Assistant Procurement Buyer

Athenian Mattress Company is currently in search of a highly motivated and experienced Assistant Procurement Buyer to join our dynamic team at Markopoulo Attica HQ.

Athenian Mattress Company is the market leader in Greece in the manufacturing and trading of sleep products. The company operates the country’s most advanced mattress production facility — and one of the top three in Europe — setting industry standards in design, quality, and hygiene.  As a model manufacturing enterprise, it delivers pioneering sleep solutions tailored to modern consumer needs. The company develops and manages a portfolio of sleep product brands that serve distinct segments of the market, addressing a wide range of consumer and business requirements. These brands include Media Strom, Stromatex, Zenius, and Sleep Dimmer. Athenian Mattress Industry is supported by a robust and continuously expanding distribution network, currently comprising approximately 400 retail points, 2,700 hotels, and multiple e-commerce platforms.

Role Purpose

The Assistant Procurement Buyer provides operational and administrative support to the procurement department. The role focuses on helping manage daily purchasing tasks, tracking inventory, and coordinating with suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely material replenishment.

Key Accountabilities

• Assisting with the company's daily purchasing and procurement operations.
• Supporting the team in communicating with domestic and international suppliers.
• Monitoring inventory levels and assisting in the tracking of timely replenishment.
• Drafting, issuing, and tracking purchase orders to ensure accuracy.
• Coordinating with Production, Logistics, Product Management, and Finance departments regarding order statuses.
• Conducting market research and compiling data on industry trends and new materials.
• Following up with suppliers to ensure compliance with agreed delivery times and quality standards.

Skills Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of professional experience in a similar purchasing or procurement role.
• Very good knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Fluency in English (both written and verbal).
• Strong organizational skills, analytical thinking, and a result-oriented mindset.
• Highly motivated, goal-oriented, and results-driven.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• A strong focus on maintaining a friendly and dynamic work environment that values work life balance.
• Exclusive employee discounts on our products.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

Next steps: If you are a motivated and results-oriented professional, we would love to hear from you. Athenian Mattress is an equal-opportunity employer. We embrace diversity, ensure all employees feel valued and respected, and create a culture of belonging, which boosts morale, innovation, and retention.