Buying Assistant
- Annual Salary: Competitive
- Location: Plymouth
- Job Type: Full-time
Join one of the UK's fastest-growing privately owned companies, recognised in the Sunday Times Top Track 100. The company is committed to investing in their staff and making the future extraordinary. They are currently seeking a dynamic Buying Assistant to join their team at the Head Office in Plymouth.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Support the Senior Buying team in driving sales, maximizing profit, and achieving stock and sales targets.
- Assist in sourcing, listing, managing, and developing product ranges and promotional offers.
- Liaise with suppliers to manage ranges and maintain the product file.
- Monitor competitor activity and market trends.
- Research, compile, and interpret data to formulate strategies as required.
- Ensure all relevant administrative, financial, and system procedures are completed accurately and within agreed timescales.
- Produce regular information for, liaise with, and provide support for stores.
- Liaise with our retail staff to ensure the seamless implementation of new ranges into stores.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Demonstrable knowledge of and interest in the retail sector.
- Excellent commercial understanding and communication skills.
- Strong commitment and confidence with robust administrative, organisational, and prioritisation skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Proficient written, numerical/analytical, and PC skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, capable of working with formulas and graphs.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Pension
- Long service awards
- Employee discount
- Cycle to work scheme
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Dynamic and supportive work environment.
- Being part of a rapidly growing company with a strong national presence.
If you have any questions regarding this role please contact Bryan Scott in the Reed Plymouth office