Assistant Buyer

Job Title: Assistant Buyer

Company: Exertis UK

Salary: £22,369 + £6000 OTE

Location: Basingstoke, RG24 8EH (hybrid working, Monday to Friday, 9 am–5:30 pm)

Contract Type: Permanent

Description:

Are you looking to take your purchasing career to the next level in a fast-paced, supportive, and rewarding environment? Join our team at Exertis UK as an Assistant Buyer where you’ll have the autonomy to manage your own portfolio of suppliers to ensure consistent service levels and customer satisfaction.

As part of the team, you’ll:

• Schedule and coordinate deliveries to meet business and customer needs.

• Manage purchase orders, ensuring timely approval, updates and issue resolution.

•Oversee inbound goods movement, allocating booking slots and liaising with suppliers.

•Act as the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders to maintain service levels.

Why Join Exertis?

At Exertis, we believe that together, we can achieve more. Our inclusive culture celebrates diverse perspectives and encourages everyone to turn challenges into opportunities. You’ll have access to:

• Tailored career development paths designed to help you thrive.

• Employee resource groups, including Women at Exertis, LGBTQIA+, and more.

• A vibrant and collaborative workplace where your voice matters.

What We’re Looking For:

You’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced, results-driven environment. To excel in this role, you’ll bring:

• Experience of working in a busy administrative role.

• Strong communication and relationship management skills.

• Organised with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.

• A willingness to learn and embrace challenges.

Your Rewards and Benefits:

We recognise and celebrate hard work at Exertis. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:

• 25 days of annual leave, with the option to purchase more.

• Paid time off for your birthday and volunteering opportunities.

• Comprehensive parental leave packages and well-being programs.

• A supportive and inclusive environment where your growth is our priority.

Flexible Work Options:

While this role is based on-site in Basingstoke, we’re open to discussing flexible work arrangements and will support them if they benefit our customers, our business and you.

Selection Process:

Our selection process is designed to ensure a smooth and thorough evaluation of candidates. Once we receive your CV, our team will carefully review it to assess your suitability for the role. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a telephone interview with the recruitment team, providing an opportunity to discuss your experience and skills in more detail. Following this, you may be asked to complete online testing to evaluate key competencies relevant to the position. Successful candidates will then proceed to a formal interview process, which can be conducted online or in person, with the hiring manager.