Assistant Buyer
*Location: North West London
*Job Type: Full-time
*Ideal start – Immediate
The Engineering Procurement Coordinator role sits within the Engineering Department of a diversified international group operating across more than seven countries worldwide. Based at the London office, the role forms part of a international engineering procurement team responsible for sourcing spare parts and assemblies for manufacturing industries, primarily serving the Middle East market.
Duties will include:
*Receive, analyse, compare, and evaluate supplier quotations.
*Prepare cost comparison sheets and calculate margins.
*Use the company’s bespoke SAP system to prepare customer and internal offers.
*Negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms with vendors.
*Raise and process purchase orders.
*Prepare procurement and management reports.
*Select and develop vendors to best meet the specifications, quality, and logistical requirements.
*Ensure accurate and timely data entry within the in-house SAP system.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Strong commercial awareness and understanding of procurement principles.
*Proficient in managing and entering enquiries, quotations, and contracts onto computer systems.
*Strong numerical skills and high level of computer literacy.
*Fluency in English; knowledge of European languages is an advantage.
*Ability to prioritise work effectively and adapt to flexible working hours when necessary.
*Confident user of MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
*Enthusiasm for learning new systems and IT packages, with training provided on SAP Business One.