Purchasing and Supply Chain teams are based in our Kidlington depot. This is a core part of our business, responsible for stock, ordering and liaising with both suppliers and internal teams on a daily basis to provide a smooth service to our customers.
Trainee Assistant Buyer
Based: Kidlington, Oxford
Accountable to: Head of Purchasing
Job Type: Full time
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £21,500 rising to £23,000 after completion of Training
About Savona
Savona services over 20 counties across the South East, South West and Central England, delivering in our fleet of 50+ multi-temperature vehicles to the hospitality, education, care, contract catering and leisure sectors. We are a modern brand, on a mission to provide excellent customer service with the values we hold dear. Employing around 190 staff, we have three locations: Kidlington in Oxford, Hackney in London and Ilfracombe in Devon.
The Role
A new role has been created reporting to and working closely with the Category Buyers and Purchasing team. It is an entry level position in the team with an initial focus on providing administrative support to the Buying team whilst managing a portfolio of Suppliers. The role will involve liaising between the different depots and ensuring we have the right products at the right time, ensuring product stock levels are kept in line with customer demand. In time, and after completion of training, the successful post holder will become an Assistant Buyer.
Job Responsibilities
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
– English and Maths GCSE
Employee Benefits
How to apply
For an informal discussion about the role, please call 01865 852010 to speak to Gill Parks, HR Manager.
…On a mission to provide excellent customer experience with the values we hold dear.