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)