About the role:

 

Job Title: Assistant Category Buyer
Location: South Elmsall, West Yorkshire

Salary: Competitive plus car, bonus & benefits

 

Based at our distribution centre in South Elmsall we’re on the lookout for a driven and detail-focused Assistant Category Buyer to support our Commercial Services team. Reporting to the Category Buyer, you'll help manage a £13m spend across key product areas including warehouse packaging, MHE, plastics, and steel-fabricated goods.

Working closely and supported by the Category Manager, this is a varied role where you’ll assist with supplier sourcing, tenders, contract management, and spend analysis. You’ll build strong supplier relationships, support commercial negotiations, and help ensure we get the best value, quality, and service.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is just starting out, or is looking to make the next step in their ‘buying’ career

 

What you'll do:

Support sourcing and onboarding of suppliers through RFQs and eTenders

  Assist in contract creation, supplier scorecards, and performance reviews

  Liaise with internal teams to resolve issues and maintain service standards

  Help manage budgets, purchase orders, and spend reporting

  Stay on top of industry trends and competitor activity

 

About you:

 

1–2 years' experience in purchasing, retail, or commercial admin

  A proactive, analytical mindset with strong communication skills

  Solid time management and the ability to work on your own initiative

  CIPS qualification (or working towards it) is a plus but not essential

 

This is a great opportunity to grow your buying career in a supportive, fast-paced environment where your input will make a real impact.

 

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