Buyer Admin Assistant

Join Our Adventure in Buying!

We're more than just a retailer; we're innovators. We scour the globe for the latest products that make life easier and more enjoyable. Our focus is on quality, durability, and innovation.

As a Buying Admin Assistant, you'll play a pivotal role in driving our business forward. You will provide dedicated administrative and analytical support to the Buyer for the relevant Category / Department, enabling the Buyer to prioritise strategic range and category growth activity, while working alongside the existing Trade Admin to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the department.

• Comparison shops & price benchmarking
• Price discrepancy investigation & resolution
• Sample management & tracking
• New line form chasing
• Web SKU set-up & checks
• Price change administration for promotions / trade
• Range plan maintenance
• SOA approvals (first-line administration)
• Planogram checks
• Range building support
• Promotional planogram set-up
• Combined supplier promotional calendar management
• Order placement, chasing & correction
• SKU raising
• SOA logging
• Strategic category growth, negotiation, supplier relationships
• TMVs, ad hoc projects & team development

Previous experience +1year min in a retail head office, buying support is preferable, but you do need a sharp mind and a passion for retail. We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment where quick, accurate analytical skills are key.

• Passion for Retail:
  You have a keen eye for trends, love the retail space and are looking to join a fast-paced, ever changing retail environment.
• Driven by Accuracy:
  You have high attention to detail and a desire to get to the "why" behind the figures.
• Commercial and Collaborative Mindset:
  You understand that retail is about more than products; it's about the team work that makes the business grow.

There are lots of reasons to love working for Robert Dyas! Aside from a fantastic team and friendly working environment, there are also these benefits to look forward to:

• 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Generous colleague discount in all Theo Paphitis retail businesses:
  Robert Dyas, Ryman, Boux Avenue and London Graphic Centre
• Regular sample sales
• Bonus incentives, allowing you to share in the company's success
• A pension scheme and free life assurance (after qualifying period)
• Office base is Wimbledon
• Investment in learning and development
• Regular social events
• Colleagues wellbeing and mental health programme