Procurement & purchasing occupations Work, Jobs in Aylesham, Ken (with Salaries)

Buyer
Getlink —Folkestone
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- Microsoft Office
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Business graduate opportunity | Purchasing Administrator £26k
OA Partners —Canterbury
- £26,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Sales
- Business
- Communication skills
11d
Graduate Buyer (2 year FTC)
Church & Dwight —Folkestone
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- ERP systems
- Microsoft Office
- Annual leave
11d
Senior Buyer
Swegon UK & I —Whitstable
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
3d

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Procurement Lead
Alpha Wholesale —Tonbridge
You will be responsible for ensuring the right products are available at the right time, at the right cost. Source new products and suppliers.
£38,500 - £48,500 a year
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4d
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Universal Cooling South Ltd —Gravesend
Good communication skills and a professional telephone manner. Answer telephone and email enquiries professionally. Raise purchase orders and track deliveries.
£30,000 - £40,000 a year
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Buyer

Getlink -
Folkestone

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Job details

Full-time

Qualifications

French
Contract management
Driving Licence
Microsoft Excel
Procurement
SAP
English
Microsoft Office
Driving
Purchasing
A Level

Full job description

We are looking for a Buyer to support procurement operations across a range of technical and operational purchasing categories. The role focuses on delivering best value for the business by sourcing, negotiating, and managing contracts for equipment, works and services. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure procurement activity is compliant with company procedures, best practice, and UK and European legislation.

Support procurement activities across infrastructure, operations, facilities and related technical areas
Establish compliant and competitive supplier consultation environments, ensuring high standards of ethics, safety and corporate social responsibility
Prepare and manage tender processes, including supplier lists, schedules, contract documentation and pricing structures
Analyse commercial offers, including cost breakdowns and compliance with legal and contractual requirements
Support technical and commercial clarification discussions with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Lead negotiations and contribute to final supplier recommendations and tender approvals
Draft, issue and manage contracts through to signature
Monitor supplier performance, support contract and change management activities, and assist with dispute resolution
Track financial guarantees, liquidated damages and commercial risks
Provide regular progress updates to the Lead Buyer and Purchasing Manager

Qualifications & Experience

A-levels or equivalent (degree desirable but not essential)
Demonstrable experience in a technical purchasing, procurement or project-based role
Experience working in structured procurement or contract management environments
Working knowledge of SAP or similar procurement systems
Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
Fluency in English; French language skills are an advantage
A full UK driving licence and valid passport

Person Specification

Demonstrates a clear understanding of Health and Safety requirements and safe working practices
Works in line with procedures, governance and compliance standards at all times
Analytical and inquisitive, with the ability to understand and engage with technical information
Able to negotiate and challenge constructively with stakeholders and suppliers
Builds effective working relationships and contributes positively to teamwork
Organises and prioritises workload effectively to meet deadlines
Maintains confidentiality and understands data protection requirements
Demonstrates commercial and financial awareness
Works accurately, methodically and with attention to detail
Comfortable working independently and using own initiative
Reliable, flexible and willing to learn and develop

If you are interested in applying, please submit your application online by Wednesday 8th July 2026.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Therefore, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY

Please Note: From 1 January 2021, non-British and non-Irish nationals who do not already hold a UK immigration status will be required to obtain a visa in order to be able to work in the UK. Before applying for this role, please ensure that you are permitted to apply.
For further information, please visit the UK Visa and Immigration Website.

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