Junior Buyer

Jackson Hogg Procurement division are pleased to be partnering with a growing engineering business in Newcastle on the appointment of a Junior Buyer to join their team.

This is a full-time and permanent role, offering a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package!

Working in a modern office environment and being part of a friendly purchasing team of 5 people, the Junior Buyer will support routine purchasing activity, maintain accurate data, collaborate with suppliers and help keep the day-to-day flow of materials moving across the business.

We are looking for a Junior Buyer who's eager to build their career in procurement and play a key role in keeping the purchasing operations running smoothly. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who's organised, detail-driven and ready to learn, supporting the wider procurement team to ensure components and services reach engineering and production teams on time.

The Role:

• Handling requisitions and issuing purchase orders for low- to medium-complexity goods
• Obtaining quotes and placing orders with subcontracted service providers
• Monitoring open purchase orders, flagging delays and working with suppliers to resolve issues
• Maintaining accurate supplier details, pricing, lead times and part information in the ERP system
• Keeping supplier documentation up to date and maintaining accurate records
• Assisting with invoice matching and basic query resolution in collaboration with finance
• Providing adhoc administrative support such as filing, document management and process updates
• Assisting with procurement process improvements to enhance efficiency

Benefits:

• Competitive remuneration package, with performance-related bonuses and clear progression opportunities.
• 25 days' holiday + public holidays, with long-service rewards and the option to buy up to 5 additional days.
• Free breakfast and freshly cooked lunches every day.
• Private healthcare through Aviva, keeping you feeling your best.
• Life assurance for peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
• Salary sacrifice schemes - including EV car and Cycle to Work options for easy, sustainable travel.
• Paid team socials - from quiz nights and football to board games and more.
• Pension plan with employer-matched contributions to help you plan for the future.
• A culture that empowers - they enable change, encourage challenge, and celebrate personal growth.

The Person/Requirements:

• Ideally 1-2 years' purchasing experience
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
• Comfortable using IT systems. ERP/MRP experience is desirable
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for supplier and internal liaison
• Basic understanding of purchasing processes and supplier management
• Comfortable working across multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive problem-solving approach and enthusiasm to learn

For more information, please get in touch with Gemma Yeadon - Sector Lead Procurement at Jackson Hogg Recruitment.