Buyer 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover) Location: Outskirts of Maidstone Hybrid Working (Minimum 1 Day Per Week in the Office) Salary: Up to £33,500 per annum (DOE) Contract: Fixed-Term Contract, Up to 12 Months (Maternity Cover) Hours: 35 Hours Per Week About the Role We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and motivated Buyer to join their Finance department on a fixed-term maternity cover contract for up to 12 months. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with procurement experience who is looking to further develop their skills within a supportive and established organisation. Working closely with the Head of Procurement and Procurement Manager, you will support the delivery of procurement activities, manage supplier relationships, assist with contract negotiations and ensure purchasing processes are carried out efficiently and in line with company policies. Key Responsibilities Assist with the selection and negotiation of new and existing supplier contracts. Manage requests for quotation (RFQs) and sourcing activities using ProContract Due North. Ensure purchase orders are raised accurately and promptly in accordance with procurement policies. Support internal departments with purchasing and procurement-related queries. Assist the Procurement Manager with contract renewals, agreement reviews and the timely signing of contracts. Coordinate supplier onboarding, ensuring all required documentation, due diligence checks ..... full job details .....