At Adaptable Recruitment we have an Excellent Opportunity for a Junior Buyer to join a progressive & forward thinking Solar and Electrical distributor in the Widnes area.

Salary: up to £30,000 depending on experience
Location: Widnes - fully office based
Hours: Full-time | Monday-Thursday: 9am-5pm, Friday: 9am-4pm
Benefits: Company pension, 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, Christmas shutdown, free on-site parking, training & development opportunities

Main Responsibilities Include:

Purchasing & Supplier Coordination

• Raise and manage purchase orders.
• Assist in maintaining supplier relationships to ensure quality, competitiveness, and reliability.
• Support supplier performance reviews, including analysis of lead times, service levels, and product quality.

Stock & Inventory Control

• Monitor inventory and initiate reorders based on sales trends and stock thresholds.
• Liaise with warehouse and logistics teams to coordinate incoming deliveries.

Cost & Contract Administration

• Review and verify supplier quotations before purchase order approval.
• Help maintain accurate procurement records and ensure compliance with internal procedures.
• Provide regular updates on product availability, delivery times, and potential supply issues.

Data Management & Reporting

• Keep procurement systems and CRM databases updated with accurate, real-time information.
• Contribute to reports on stock movement, order tracking, and supplier performance.
• Share relevant procurement information with internal departments such as sales, finance, and operations.

Sustainability & Compliance

• Support the company's sustainability goals by considering environmental and ethical factors in purchasing decisions.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Well-organised with strong administrative capabilities.
• Confident communicator, able to interact effectively with both suppliers and internal teams.
• Analytical thinker with solid problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Familiarity with CRM/ERP systems is beneficial but not essential (training provided).

Qualifications & Experience

• Ideally 1-2 years of experience in procurement or supply chain (not essential).
• Basic understanding of purchasing and inventory management processes.