Procurement Officer​/Buyer

Job Title: Procurement Officer / Buyer
Location: Saffron Walden, Essex
Job Type: Full-Time

Are you looking to join a small, dedicated team where your skills make a real impact every day? We're a growing, family-owned business specialising in the supply of fixings and fasteners to trade and industry. As we continue to expand, we’re looking for a proactive and versatile Procurement Officer / Buyer to help us take the next step.

This is a varied and hands‑on role that goes beyond traditional procurement. While you’ll play a key part in sourcing and managing inventory, you’ll also get involved in customer‑facing activities and strategic projects that are crucial to our growth and efficiency.

• Source and purchase fixings, fasteners, and related products from suppliers in the UK and overseas
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiating best pricing and delivery terms
• Manage stock levels, monitor lead times, and coordinate deliveries to meet customer demand
• Support telesales efforts by taking customer calls, processing orders, and providing product advice
• Lead or assist on special projects such as:
  • Developing an end‑user product catalogue
  • Implementing improvements in inventory management systems
  • Contributing to our journey toward ISO 9001 certification

• Experience in procurement or purchasing, ideally within a construction, engineering, or industrial supply setting
• Comfortable juggling multiple responsibilities across departments
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Confident working independently and within a close‑knit team
• Familiarity with inventory systems and Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• A proactive mindset and a willingness to get stuck in wherever needed

• Be part of a family‑owned business where your voice is heard and your work truly matters
• Help shape the future of our company as we grow and improve
• Enjoy a varied role with opportunities to develop new skills and take on new responsibilities

Competitive and dependent on experience

To apply, please submit your CV and a short cover note explaining why you’d be a great fit for the role.

Unit 39, Shirehill Industrial Estate
Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 3AQ

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