Buyer – Supply Chain Purchasing Role

About the role

We are seeking a proactive Buyer to join a leading organisation in Bracknell. The role focuses on managing purchase orders, maintaining stock levels and supporting the supply chain team to deliver cost-effective solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Place and authorise purchase orders within delegated limits, expediting and tracking deliveries.
• Monitor inventory to ensure availability while minimising working capital.
• Execute stock replenishment, special orders and drop‑ship purchases, making cost‑effective decisions.
• Communicate purchase order details, costs and terms to suppliers and internal departments.
• Resolve shipping errors and follow up on order status to guarantee timely delivery.
• Assist in evaluating supplier performance using delivery, fill‑rate and other key metrics.

Required profile

• 2‑3 years of purchasing experience in a supply‑chain environment.
• Strong understanding of purchasing and inventory concepts, practices and procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation and problem‑solving abilities.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in Excel and Power BI.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Power BI

What we offer

• Competitive salary between £36,000 and £39,000 per annum.
• Supportive and inclusive workplace.