Buyer
CV-LibraryColchester, EssexpermanentPosted: 14 May 2026
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Location: Colchester area (own transport required)
Salary: Competitive (on application)
Job Type: Permanent
The Opportunity
Adecco are currently recruiting for a Buyer to join a well-established, international organisation. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced business.
This role is ideal for someone looking to develop or build on their procurement experience, particularly within international trade and supply chain.
Key Responsibilities
Sourcing and liaising with new and existing suppliers
Obtaining and evaluating supplier quotations
Negotiating pricing, lead times and commercial terms
Preparing and issuing customer quotations
Raising and processing purchase orders
Monitoring and progressing orders to meet delivery deadlines
Coordinating with warehouse and logistics teams
Managing supplier and customer relationships (SRM & CRM)
Providing high levels of customer service and support
About You
Previous experience in a purchasing, procurement, or logistics role
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
Confident communicator with strong telephone manner
Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
Commercial awareness and negotiation skills
Proactive and motivated approach to workDesirable (but not essential):
Experience within MRO or technical industries
Additional language skills would be advantageous
Benefits
Competitive salary (DOE)
Bonus scheme (details provided after year one)
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare (after qualifying period)
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Standard working hours (Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours per week)
Additional Information
Due to location, candidates must have access to their own transport.
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website
Location: Colchester area (own transport required)
Salary: Competitive (on application)
Job Type: Permanent
The Opportunity
Adecco are currently recruiting for a Buyer to join a well-established, international organisation. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced business.
This role is ideal for someone looking to develop or build on their procurement experience, particularly within international trade and supply chain.
Key Responsibilities
Sourcing and liaising with new and existing suppliers
Obtaining and evaluating supplier quotations
Negotiating pricing, lead times and commercial terms
Preparing and issuing customer quotations
Raising and processing purchase orders
Monitoring and progressing orders to meet delivery deadlines
Coordinating with warehouse and logistics teams
Managing supplier and customer relationships (SRM & CRM)
Providing high levels of customer service and support
About You
Previous experience in a purchasing, procurement, or logistics role
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
Confident communicator with strong telephone manner
Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
Commercial awareness and negotiation skills
Proactive and motivated approach to workDesirable (but not essential):
Experience within MRO or technical industries
Additional language skills would be advantageous
Benefits
Competitive salary (DOE)
Bonus scheme (details provided after year one)
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare (after qualifying period)
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Standard working hours (Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours per week)
Additional Information
Due to location, candidates must have access to their own transport.
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website