BuyerDidcot, Oxfordshire
About Us
At Enduro, we've been providing top-quality corporate workwear and safety clothing since 1989. With over 70 years of experience in textiles, we have evolved from serving local UK customers to delivering our products to over 60 countries worldwide. As both a manufacturer and distributor, we offer a complete service and an extensive range, backed by our cutting-edge online portal, in-house branding, and personalised services.
From workwear and footwear to PPE and casual clothing, we work with brands of all shapes and sizes to provide products that keep personnel safe, secure and looking great. We've partnered with leading vehicle and motorsport brands, and service personnel in the Blue Light Industry such as Fire Brigades, Ambulance and Police to provide their teams with high-quality clothing. We have also worked with many prestigious organisations including the British Crown, to keep their staff looking their best whilst remaining comfortable, and have supplied businesses across the world with branded, quality clothing solutions.
Our mission is to safeguard, inspire and empower brands through corporate wear, workwear and PPE, with a relentless focus on innovation and sustainability. We aim to be the leading supplier in our industry, driven by core values of integrity, enthusiasm, commitment, quality and loyalty.
We are now looking for a Buyer to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis.
The Benefits
Salary of up to £50,000 per annum DOE
Discretionary monthly bonus
20 days' annual leave + Bank holidays
Pension scheme
Free Parking
Daily lunch provided
Located just 10 minutes from Didcot train station
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced buyer or procurement professional to join our family-run company and help us continue our drive to be the corporate wear supplier of choice.
You will discover exceptional opportunities to work with the world's biggest brands, expanding your portfolio of experience and driving your expertise.
What's more, you'll have the chance to contribute to sustainable and ethical sourcing, making a positive difference to our planet and ensuring you are futureproofing your career in this expanding and critical area.
So, if you're ready to step into a great new role with a company that values flexibility and dedication, while offering countless opportunities for growth, then apply today!
The Role
As a Buyer, you will play a crucial role in managing our procurement operations.
Joining a small, driven team, you will source, select and negotiate high-quality materials and products at competitive prices while working closely with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and adherence to quality standards.
Handling large contracts, you will identify and develop relationships with new suppliers while maintaining and strengthening partnerships with existing ones.
You will also manage a live purchasing system to keep track of critical stock orders, as well as contributing to forward planning and forecasting.
Additionally, you will:
Negotiate contracts to ensure optimal pricing and delivery terms
Source materials aligned with our sustainability goals
Actively manage stock levels to meet business and client needs
Monitor and optimise inventory levels to avoid shortages or overstocking
Attend tradeshows to gain valuable market insights and supplier engagement
Handle customs and supply chain issues
About You
To be considered as a Buyer, you will need:
Extensive experience as a buyer or in a procurement role, preferably in the fashion, textiles, or outdoor performance wear industry
Knowledge of supply chain management principles and inventory control
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
Webrecruit and Enduro are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
So, if you're looking for an engaging new role as a Buyer, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £50,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: ELDIO1511/SK
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