Job Description
We are currently looking for a Junior Buyer to enhance our amazing product team. We are looking for someone with a keen eye for detail and passion to succeed to help drive the growth of the company.
This is an ideal role for an aspiring graduate or someone looking to kick start their buying career.
As part of the team you will be expected to deliver our very high standards of customer care. You need to be able to communicate clearly, be flexible in your approach to work and delight in being able to exceed our customers’ expectations. As a company we strive to continually improve and expect our people to feel the same. You should relish a challenge and be prepared to show initiative and innovation.
Responsibilities include:
- Support the Buying team to drive sales, maximise profit and achieve stock and sales targets.
- Assist in sourcing, listing, managing and developing product ranges and promotional offers.
- Building strong relationships with suppliers to manage ranges and maintain the product database.
- Monitor competitor activity.
- 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. - e.g cost price updates, product spec sheets
- Attend supplier meetings, showrooms and trade shows upon progression.
Key Skills required:
- Strong MS Office skills (Excel)
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Good level of maths
- Attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
- Driven / Ambitious
- Previous experience working to deadlines and managing relationships.
- Previous experience within procurement desirable
We can offer a great working environment where you can make a difference and you are a key member of the team. It’s a family business, and within limits we try to be flexible, understanding and make it a job that works for you. As a growing business we offer diversity. Your job will change over time, there will always be something new to learn or new to use. If you are successful in your role and can offer the company more then we will soon recognise it and do our best to give you variety, responsibility and training within other areas of the business.
So, if this sounds like somewhere you want to be and you have the skills required, please get in touch. We are looking for a full or part time candidates. Office hours are Monday- Friday 8.00 – 5.30.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £24,000.00-£27,000.00 per year
Schedule:
Work Location: One location
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