Assistant Buyer

PAssistant Buyer

Location: Peterborough
Salary: Up to £32,000
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 4:45pm

Are you an organised and commercially minded procurement professional looking to join a well-established business with exciting growth plans?

Our client is a long-standing, family-owned organisation with an excellent reputation within their specialist sector. Operating within a close-knit and supportive team environment, they are now looking to recruit a Procurement Coordinator to support their growing operations and supply chain activities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong purchasing experience who enjoys managing supplier relationships, coordinating stock and logistics, and ensuring smooth end-to-end processes from purchasing through to delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the purchasing process from order placement through to delivery
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and key accounts
Negotiate pricing, lead times, and product availability with suppliers
Monitor and maintain stock levels to ensure business and customer demands are met
Coordinate import and export documentation and processes
Assist with logistics administration, shipping schedules, and delivery coordination
Ensure quality certificates and compliance documentation are completed accurately
Support regulatory and compliance requirements across purchasing activities
Liaise with internal departments to ensure smooth operational flow
Track orders and proactively resolve any supply chain or delivery issues
Maintain accurate purchasing records and supplier information
Provide end-to-end administrative support across procurement and supply chain functions
The Ideal Candidate

Previous experience within purchasing, procurement, buying, or supply chain administration
Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
Experience within food, seed, produce, or a similar supply-based industry would be highly advantageous
Knowledge of import/export procedures and logistics administration
Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
Confident communicator with the ability to build effective working relationships
Proficient in Microsoft Office and internal systems/ERP platforms
Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
What’s on Offer

Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious business
Supportive and close-knit team environment
Long-term career prospects within a reputable organisation
Stable Monday to Friday working hours
Competitive salary package up to £32,000
If you are an experienced procurement or purchasing professional looking for an opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing business and play a pivotal role in its future success, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV or contact Interaction Recruitment for more information on (phone number removed)