Junior Buyer

Wren Kitchens Limited; Barton-upon-Humber; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading kitchen manufacturer in Barton-upon-Humber is seeking a Junior Buyer. This full-time position involves processing purchase orders, maintaining supplier information, and assisting with negotiations. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel. Join a dynamic team dedicated to continuous growth and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Raise and process purchase orders, ensuring data accuracy.
• Maintain accurate pricing, product and supplier information.
• Update forecasting tools and align usage data with suppliers.
• Assist with supplier negotiations under guidance.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Assist with departmental reporting and KPI tracking.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical skills and commercial awareness

Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

High attention to detail and organisational skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Experience in a commercial, supply chain or admin support role preferred

Job description

About The Role

We are looking for a Junior Buyer, based at our Head Office in Barton‑Upon‑Humber. The position is full-time, working 5 days a week from Monday to Friday, 07:00‑15:30.

Main Responsibilities

• Raise and process purchase orders, ensuring data accuracy
• Maintain accurate pricing, product and supplier information in internal systems
• Update forecasting tools and align usage data with suppliers
• Assist with supplier negotiations under the guidance of Buyers or Managers
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to identify trends and alternative supply options
• Assist with departmental reporting, KPI tracking and collaborate with internal teams (e.g. Customer Service, Technical, Marketing) on supplier‑related or product‑related projects

About You

Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and commercial awareness
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• High attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Experience in a commercial, supply chain or admin support role preferred but not essential

About The Company

Wren Kitchens are not only passionate about kitchens, we are passionate about our people! We have achieved incredible milestones over the years; opening over 100 showrooms, launching in the USA, and winning multiple awards including the UK’s Number 1 place to work! This is thanks to our team, the Wren family who have inspired us to push limits and make a difference. With our exponential growth, we are looking for incredible individuals to join us and continue our success story!

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

• Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing