EVO
Buying Assistant
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Join evo and Help Shape Our Procurement Strategy
We're looking for a driven and commercially minded Buying Assistant to join our Purchasing team in Normanton. Working closely with the Purchasing Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting supplier relationships, sourcing products, analysing pricing opportunities, and helping deliver value across the business.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong analytical skills who enjoys working with data, suppliers, and commercial decision-making in a fast-paced environment.
What You'll Be Doing
- Supporting sourcing and supplier negotiations.
- Researching and sourcing products for customer-specific requirements and tender opportunities.
- Analysing pricing proposals and presenting recommendations.
- Managing purchasing reports and product data.
- Monitoring competitor activity and market trends.
- Supporting supplier performance reviews and procurement projects.
- Managing cost price updates and commercial pricing information.
- Building strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
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What We're Looking For
Essential:
- Experience building and managing supplier relationships.
- Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
- Confidence working with data and producing reports.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Good Microsoft Office skills.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable:
- Product sourcing experience.
- Experience supporting customer tenders.
- Knowledge of importing products.
- Experience within the business supplies or procurement sector.
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Why Join evo?
At evo, we're one of the UK's leading workplace supplies and business services organisations, supporting thousands of customers through our integrated procurement, distribution, and logistics network. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service while creating opportunities for our colleagues to develop and grow.
Our culture is built around our RADIOA Values:
- Responsive
- Authentic
- Determined
- Innovative
- One Team
- Accountable
Ready to Apply?
If you're looking for a role where you can develop your procurement and commercial skills within a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.
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