Trainee Buyer

Reed are delighted to be partnering with a well-established global organisation, who are seeking a Trainee Buyer to join their Ipswich-based team. With a salary of up to GBP30,000 plus commission on offer, this is an excellent opportunity for someone who has sales or relationship/account management to build their skills with exposure to a new industry.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Purchase commodities from suppliers and manage the sale of other products.• Collaborate with the team to identify and engage prospective customers, highlighting the advantages of our services to open new accounts.• Ensure timely payment of accounts within agreed terms and maintain control over customer credit.• Conduct product sampling and assist with the organisation of this process.• Handle customer queries, perform data entry for contracts, and support the CRM system with relevant information.• Maintain an effective working knowledge of all commodities traded, as well as seed, fertiliser, and other crop products sold.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Experience in sales, purchasing or account management would be beneficial.• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.• Confident and enjoys engaging with new people.• Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships.• Competency in data entry and managing a CRM system.• Committed to developing your knowledge in a new industry.

Benefits:

• Structured, commission package.• 25 days holiday.• Life assurance.• Free car parking.• Relaxed, modern, flexible working environment.

To find out more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact the Reed Ipswich office and ask for Max!