Our wonderful client in Dorking are seeking a Buying and Admin Assistant to join them in their busiest time.
This is a 3 month contract, starting asap until the end of December.
This is a fun and varied role and the client offers a great working environment. This is an entry level role where you will provide administrative support to the Buying & Merchandising team. You will be responsible for all administrative duties related to the buying and merchandising functions. Reporting to the MenKind Gifts Buyer. This is a key role within the team and will expose the candidate to all elements of the buying and merchandising functions.
Buying
- Your main buying duty will be managing all admin aspects of the Dropship digital programme-stock management, product amendments and maintaining accuracy
- Online comparative shops for the dropship range and report back to buying team
- Set up new products on orderwise from information provided by the buying team on rangeplans/new line forms
- Ensure sufficient information is provided on new line forms and chase missing data(dimensions, images, copy, etc)
Merchandising
- Your main duty will be raising and chasing orders for stock
- Deputise for the 1st Buying and Admin assistant in their absence
- Work closely with the Warehouse to resolve any inbound / outbound issues that may arise
- Data sweeps to catch missing data and rectify
Key Skills
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Great attention to detail
- Proactive, flexible and have a positive attitude
- Experience with excel is preferred
- Retail experience preferable but not required