Spanish speaking Buyer

<p><strong>Location</strong><br /> Colchester, Essex. Own transport required to travel to the office.<br /> <br /> <br /> <strong>Language requirements for the job</strong><br /> Fluent in Spanish and English&nbsp;<br /> <br /> <br /> <strong>About the Company</strong><br /> Our client is a well-established international trading company, supplying specialist industrial equipment to leading businesses across a wide range of industries worldwide.<br /> <br /> <br /> <strong>The Role</strong><br /> To join their international buying team, they are currently wish to recruit a <strong>Spanish&nbsp;speaking Buyer.</strong> In this role, you will manage product enquiries and orders from clients, liaise with global suppliers, and ensure the efficient procurement and delivery of goods.<br /> <br /> Your typical job responsibilities will include:&nbsp;<br /> <br /> </p> <ul> <li>Research and engage with new and existing vendors</li> <li>Source and compare pricing from multiple suppliers</li> <li>Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery agreements.</li> <li>Prepare and issue quotations to customers.</li> <li>Place and manage purchase orders.</li> <li>Monitor order progress and ensure timely delivery.</li> <li>Collaborate with the warehouse and logistics teams to maintain delivery and quality standards</li> <li>Carry out Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tasks.</li> </ul> <p> <br /> <strong>Candidate Profile, Skills and Background</strong><br /> <br /> <br /> </p> <ul> <li>Fluent in Spanish and English (spoken and written) is essential</li> <li>Strong administrative skills and experience working with customers</li> <li>Previous buying or purchasing experience is an advantage, though not essential</li> <li>Background in logistics or shipping is a plus</li> <li>Excellent communication and telephone skills are essential.</li> <li>Organised, detail-oriented, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team</li> <li>Must have full right to live and work in the UK - visa sponsorship is not available.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Salary, Benefits and Working Hours</strong><br /> &pound;30,000 - &pound;35,000 (dependent on experience). Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30-13:00 and 14:00-17:00 (37.5 hours/week). Flexibility may be required. Holidays: 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.&nbsp;<br /> &nbsp;<br /> <br /> How to Apply<br /> &nbsp;<br /> Send your CV and cover letter to:<br /> Jonathan Grimes</p>