Junior BuyerTraining to Become a Buyer / EstimatorLocation: Stoke-on-Trent Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Working Pattern: Fully On-SiteReady to build your career in purchasing?Looking to develop your buying experience and learn new skills? This is an exciting opportunity to join our client''s team in Stoke-on-Trent, with the chance to progress into a Buyer / Estimator role.We''re looking for a proactive, organised individual with some purchasing experience who enjoys working with suppliers, solving problems and learning how things work. You don''t need estimating experience - just a positive attitude, attention to detail and a willingness to learn!What You''ll Be DoingSupporting purchasing activities, sourcing components and obtaining competitive supplier quotations.Building supplier relationships and monitoring prices, lead times and deliveries.Managing purchase orders and maintaining accurate supplier information.Learning to interpret technical drawings, specifications and Bills of Materials (BOMs).Developing skills in material costing and customer quotation preparation.Helping resolve supply issues and ensuring materials are available to support production.What We''re Looking ForEssential RequirementsSome previous buying or purchasing experience, ideally up to two years.Experience using an ERP/MRP system.Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Word.Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.A positive, practical approach, attention to ..... full job details .....