Choose Your Career with Europa

 

Buyer
Location: Luton (Hybrid - minimum 3 days onsite per 
week)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced Supply Chain or Purchasing professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy building strong supplier relationships, managing complex supply chains, and ensuring products are delivered on time and in full? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We're looking for a Buyer to join our growing team in Luton. This hybrid role offers a blend of officebased collaboration and flexibility, giving you the opportunity to work closely with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and international logistics partners while making a real impact on business performance.


About Europa
Europa Components has over 50 years of experience supplying the UK, European and global electrical 
distribution markets. We are a trusted partner to major customers, distributors, and global catalogue 
platforms, offering an extensive product range supported by technical expertise and industry-leading 
service. At Europa, we foster a culture of continuous learning and development. We encourage employees to take ownership of their careers, develop new skills, and contribute to our success through our core values of honesty, respect, courage, forward-thinking, and a can-do attitude.


Why Join Europa?
Build and develop relationships with global suppliers and logistics partners.  Play a key role in maintaining product availability and supporting business growth.  Join a collaborative, supportive team where your ideas and contributions are valued.  Enjoy genuine opportunities for career development and progression.  Be part of a successful and growing business with an impressive industry reputation.  

Competitive salary dependent upon experience, companywide monthly bonus scheme + annual profit  share bonus, 23 days holiday increasing with service plus the option to purchase additional days, enhanced pension contributions, BUPA private healthcare with the option to add family members, life assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, employee benefits platform and free onsite parking conveniently located for Luton Airport.

What You'll Do
As a Buyer, you will be responsible for ensuring the timely procurement and delivery of products while maintaining strong supplier relationships and supporting inventory 
optimisation.

Your responsibilities will include: 

  • Managing supplier relationships and monitoring supplier performance against key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Managing MRP requirements for assigned suppliers, raising and processing purchase orders in line with agreed lead times, pricing, and supplier terms. 
  • Maintaining optimum stock levels and supporting inventory availability. 
  • Coordinating supplier deliveries, managing global shipments, raising ADV documentation, and applying correct costs. 
  • Expediting outstanding orders to ensure continuity of supply and proactively communicating potential risks or delays to stakeholders. 
  • Reviewing supplier order books and updating SYSPRO to maintain accurate purchase order data, including quantities, pricing, delivery dates, and product information.
  • Monitoring and responding to Live Agent tickets in line with agreed service levels. 
  • Creating new parts within SYSPRO and maintaining purchasing data to support accurate availability information. 
  • Working closely with internal teams to support business objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For 

  • Previous experience within Purchasing, Procurement, Supply Chain Planning, or a similar role. 
  • Experience managing international or global supply chains. 
  • Good understanding of international shipping requirements, including Incoterms, freight arrangements, and associated responsibilities. 
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills. 
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. 
  • Strong analytical and numerical abilities with a keen eye for detail. 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook. 
  • Experience using ERP/MRP systems, ideally SYSPRO. 
  • A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're a motivated supply chain professional who enjoys working in a challenging and rewarding 
environment, we'd love to hear from you. Join Europa and play a vital role in ensuring the smooth flow of products through our global supply chain while developing 
your career within a successful and growing organisation. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK and documented evidence will be required as part of the 
recruitment process.
Location: Luton (Hybrid Working)


Please apply today for an immediate interview

 

 

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