Buyer

Company: Reed
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Location: Herne Bay
Job Description:

Buyer

Herne Bay, Kent GBP30,000 – GBP42,000 per annum Monday to Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm Full-Time Permanent

Are you an experienced Buyer looking for your next opportunity?

A well-established and growing organisation based in Herne Bay, Kent is seeking a proactive and commercially minded Buyer to join their busy procurement team. This is an excellent opportunity for a purchasing professional looking to develop their career within a supportive and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Source and procure goods and services in line with company requirements.
  • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
  • Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery schedules.
  • Monitor supplier performance and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Manage stock levels and ensure timely procurement of materials.
  • Work closely with internal departments to forecast purchasing requirements.
  • Process purchase orders and maintain accurate procurement records.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.

Skills & Experience:

  • Previous experience within a Buyer, Purchasing or Procurement role.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills.
  • Excellent organisational abilities and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
  • Experience working within manufacturing, distribution, or commercial environments is advantageous.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary of GBP30,000 – GBP42,000.
  • Monday to Friday working hours.
  • On-site parking.
  • Career development opportunities.
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.

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Posted: September 25th, 2026