Buying Assistant - Global Retailer

Excellent career development opportunity with a $100bn global retail brand

An outstanding opportunity for a highly numerate Buying Assistant to join one of the world s largest and most successful retailers.

This role will suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced, data-driven buying environment and is looking to build a long-term career within retail head office functions.

We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with experience in established retail brands such as John Lewis, Debenhams or similar large-scale retailers.

Buying Assistant
Watford, Hertfordshire (Office Based)
GBP
35,048 + Excellent Benefits + Career Progression

Hours:

Full Time 40 hours per week

Working closely with Buyers and Assistant Buyers, you ll play a key role in supporting the buying function through accurate data management, inventory tracking and effective communication with internal teams and external suppliers.

• Set up and maintain accurate item and vendor records
• Update pricing, terms, descriptions and supplier details
• Produce weekly department recap figures and report
• Review inventory reports and resolve stock discrepancies
• Track stock orders and replenishment activity
• Issue and track vendor contracts and agreements
• Liaise with regional offices, warehouses and suppliers
• Support merchandising projects and sample management
• Assist across the department and wider business as required

• Degree educated (preferred)
• Strong numeracy skills essential
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

• Executive membership for you + 3 others
• Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Optical benefit after 1 year
• Dental benefit after 2 years
• 20 days annual holiday

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK without restriction.