Assistant Buyer

Position: Assistant Buyer Role
Enhance your procurement skills as an Assistant Buyer with Macfarlane Group in Sudbury. This role involves supporting the buying team to maintain optimal stock levels and supplier relations.

Macfarlane Group is seeking an Assistant Buyer for its procurement team. In this position, you will engage in day-to-day purchasing activities while aligning with the company’s national procurement strategy. Whether you’re negotiating with suppliers or managing stock, you will gain valuable experience in the packaging distribution sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support local buyers with procurement activities

• Purchase standard and non-standard stock items

• Understand the total supply chain function

• Reduce stock holding and material costs

• Administer purchase orders and associated documentation

Requirements:

• Experience in a commercial environment preferred

• Strong computer literacy, especially in MS Office

• Excellent negotiation and communication skills

• Attention to detail is essential

• Ability to work within a small office team

Bring your skills in negotiation and administration to support Macfarlane Group’s procurement efforts in Sudbury.