About the Role
<p data-start="183" data-end="293"><strong data-start="183" data-end="208">German Speaking Buyer</strong><br data-start="208" data-end="211" />
š Location: Colchester, Essex (approx. 45 minutes by train from central London)</p>
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<h3 data-start="300" data-end="323">About the Company</h3>
<p data-start="324" data-end="501">Our client is a well-established international trading company that supplies specialist industrial equipment to leading businesses across a wide range of industries worldwide.</p>
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<h3 data-start="508" data-end="522">The Role</h3>
<p data-start="523" data-end="784">They are seeking a <strong data-start="542" data-end="567">German Speaking Buyer</strong> to join their international team. This position involves handling product enquiries and orders from clients, as well as working closely with suppliers to source goods, negotiate terms, and ensure timely deliveries.</p>
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<h3 data-start="791" data-end="817">Key Responsibilities</h3>
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<li data-start="791" data-end="817">Research, develop, and maintain relationships with vendors</li>
<li data-start="791" data-end="817">Obtain and evaluate pricing and quotations from suppliers</li>
<li data-start="791" data-end="817">Negotiate pricing and business terms with suppliers</li>
<li data-start="791" data-end="817">Prepare quotations and proposals for customers</li>
<li data-start="791" data-end="817">Place and manage purchase orders</li>
<li data-start="791" data-end="817">Track and expedite orders to ensure on-time delivery</li>
<li data-start="791" data-end="817">Liaise with warehouse and logistics teams to meet quality and delivery standards</li>
<li data-start="791" data-end="817">Support Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) activities</li>
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<h3 data-start="1340" data-end="1363">Candidate Profile</h3>
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<li data-start="1340" data-end="1363"><strong data-start="1366" data-end="1398">Fluent in German and English</strong> (both spoken and written)</li>
<li data-start="1340" data-end="1363">Additional language skills (e.g., Italian or Arabic) are a plus but not essential</li>
<li data-start="1340" data-end="1363">Strong administrative and organisational skills</li>
<li data-start="1340" data-end="1363">Experience in a customer-facing role required</li>
<li data-start="1340" data-end="1363">Previous experience in <strong data-start="1640" data-end="1686">purchasing, buying, logistics, or shipping</strong> is desirable but not essential</li>
<li data-start="1340" data-end="1363">Confident communicator, particularly over the telephone</li>
<li data-start="1340" data-end="1363">Detail-oriented and able to multitask effectively</li>
<li data-start="1340" data-end="1363">Must have the <strong data-start="1850" data-end="1886">right to live and work in the UK</strong> (visa sponsorship not available)</li>
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<h3 data-start="1928" data-end="1966">Salary, Benefits & Working Hours</h3>
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<li data-start="1928" data-end="1966"><strong data-start="1969" data-end="1980">Salary:</strong> £30,000 – £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)</li>
<li data-start="1928" data-end="1966"><strong data-start="2039" data-end="2049">Hours:</strong> Monday to Friday, 08:30–13:00 and 14:00–17:00 (37.5 hours per week). Some flexibility may be required</li>
<li data-start="1928" data-end="1966"><strong data-start="2156" data-end="2168">Holiday:</strong> 25 days annual leave plus public holidays</li>
<li data-start="1928" data-end="1966">Competitive benefits package</li>
<li data-start="1928" data-end="1966">Please note: <strong data-start="2261" data-end="2290">Own transport is required</strong> for commuting to the Colchester office</li>
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<h3 data-start="2338" data-end="2356">How to Apply</h3>
<p data-start="2357" data-end="2422">To apply, please send your <strong data-start="2384" data-end="2390">CV</strong> and a <strong data-start="2397" data-end="2416">covering letter</strong> to:</p>
<p data-start="2424" data-end="2448">š§ <strong data-start="2427" data-end="2446">Jonathan Grimes</strong></p>