Our company provides promotional and consumer products for some of the largest media companies in the world, including film, games, theme parks, retail and family activities. We provide a full service from design to delivery leveraging the benefits of our global reach utilizing offices in Europe, USA and the Far East. Across all locations, we are united by our employee values: Be Bold, Be Open, Be Responsible, Be Imaginative. If these are values you share, we would love you to join our team. Duties & Responsibilities: Provide support for the Sourcing team, ensuring weekly changing dates are kept up to date on the system, raising GRNs in transit and flagging any queries. ? Assist with vendor management, research and qualify potential new suppliers ? Follow up enquiries with qualified suppliers and negotiate best price and terms ? Generating and issuing purchase orders, expediting orders. ? Sample management, coordinate with factories and internal stakeholders on sample schedules ? Work closely with suppliers and assist with order follow up to limit any production issues. ? Coordinate testing and inspection activities, make sure correct samples are available and assist QC to manage quality issues ? Liaise with logistics department to monitor vessel schedules ? Support general clerical duties ? Report to Buying Manager Skills & Experience Required: * Experience in a purchasing environment essential. ? Proficient using all Microsoft office programs. ? A business Diploma or above preferred ? Experience of at least 1-2 years as in Western sourcing / buying office ? Good spoken & written English a must ? Self-motivated, a keen learner and attention to details ? Ability to handle pressure, good interpersonal skills and willing to do routine work ? Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing. ? Ability to work at a fast pace, prioritise work and organise themselves well in a varied role to ensure deadlines are met. We are passionate about hiring and developing the best talent. All hiring decisions are made only on the basis of qualifications, skills or experience and as they relate to the particular role. If you are interested in applying for this role please submit your CV with expected salary and notice period.