Buying and Merchandising Administrator

We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Buying and Merchandising Administrator to join our team. This role combines buying administration, merchandising support and general housekeeping tasks to ensure smooth product and stock management across our systems.

The ideal candidate will be detail-focused, self-motivated and confident working across multiple platforms including BC, Superset, 3 and freight forwarder portals. Basic Excel skills are essential and previous experience with Business Central (BC) or similar ERP systems would be beneficial.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, databases and files including landed cost prices, attributes and dimensions.
• Input new products into the BC system, ensuring correct product descriptions, item details, pricing and images.
• Upload VP (virtual products), CP (component products) and SP (spares) into BC as required.
• Manage stock visibility, including switching returned lines back on sale and turning old SKUs off sale once sold through.
• Maintain sell price files within BC and the website, including campaign events and price matching.
• Provide backup support for product listings, using Contentful and XO to launch products onsite.
• Maintain and update order book date changes within BC.
• Track shipments through the freight portal and update the order book accordingly.
• Raise purchase orders after the enquiry stage.
• Chase and book deliveries with freight forwarders and suppliers.
• Update the demand planner to ensure accurate forecasting and stock planning.
• Support reporting requirements, particularly during holiday cover periods.

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Able to multitask and manage competing priorities effectively.
• Quick learner, self-motivated and proactive in approach.
• Competent with Microsoft Excel and confident using multiple systems.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise with internal teams and external suppliers.

• Experience with Business Central (BC) or similar ERP systems is advantageous.
• Previous experience in a buying, merchandising or administrative support role.
• Familiarity with freight forwarder portals and logistics processes.
• Knowledge of online product listing tools such as Contentful and XO.

• Full-time, office-based role.
• Monday – Thursday: 8:30am–5:00pm.
• Friday early finish - 4:30pm.
• Salary £24,784.50.

• Our office is easy to reach:
• Just off Junction 22 of the M60/A62.
• Free onsite parking available.
• Closest train station:
  Moston.
• Closest tram stop:
  Hollinwood (5-minute walk).

We are a family-owned business founded in 1987, and today, as The Nursery Store, we are proud to be one of the UK’s leading baby and nursery retailers, trusted by families across the country.

From trusted brands to everyday essentials, we help make parenting easier and by joining our team, you’ll play a key role in making a real difference for families every day.

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We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.