Assistant Buyer

1 week ago

Newton Abbot, United Kingdom Pro:Direct Sport Ltd Full time

Role Overview:

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented & enthusiastic Assistant Buyer who has a passion for Sportswear. Your role as an Assistant Buyer will be supporting and assisting the Category Leader to identify and procure the hottest product on the market. Life within this team is fast and full-paced, and we are only getting bigger and stronger. As an Assistant Buyer you will have a great work ethic, with a strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task. You should also have a genuine passion for Sports Fashion and be aware of the current major brands and products on the market.

What you get:

  • 28 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) rising to 33 days with length of service.
  • 3 days paid sickness.
  • Workplace pension through Royal London - 3% Employer contribution to 5% Employee Contribution
  • Staff discount of up to 30% (Pro:Direct) and 50% (Do Clothing).
  • Seasonal shutdown over the Christmas period with a gifted day of leave.
  • Discounted Gym Membership through Premier Gym, Newton Abbot.
  • National Gym discounts are available through Hussle and Nuffield Health.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) through AXA Health for staff & family members.
  • Annual Pay Reviews and Appraisals.
  • 'Refer a friend’ policy, with bonus rewards for successful referrals.
  • Free Annual Flu Jabs.
  • Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme for staff with over 5 years length of service.
  • Casual work attire.
  • PDS has a vibrant & passionate culture.
  • Based in the heart of Devon, we have rolling green hills, sandy beaches, and mysterious moorlands - as far as locations go you can’t beat the Southwest.

What we need you to do as an Assistant Buyer:

  • You will assist the Category Leader and other Asst. Buyers in building positive relationships with new and existing brands while maintaining positive working relationships to help maximise potential within the marketplace.

  • You will continuously build extensive knowledge of the marketplace in order to be proactive when opportunities arise through gaps in the market or new brands.
  • You’ll monitor and analyse sales data, stock, price trends and competition.
  • You will manage order books, daily orders and deliveries.
  • You will review and identify stock opportunities
  • You will assist the Category Leader with marketing ideas, market research and methods to help drive sales online, in catalogues and for campaigns.
  • Research current events on social media to ensure that we are up-to-date with current trends and competition.

Your skills as an Assistant Buyer:

  • You will have proven and demonstrative experience from similar buying roles and/or experience of the ecommerce retail industry.

  • You will take a proactive and driven approach to required tasks.
  • The ability to maintain a professional attitude and demeanour, including courteous interactions with team members and other departments.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to provide clear and concise instructions/briefs.
  • Able to work independently and resourcefully.
  • Travel as and when required to fulfil role responsibilities.

What we look for in our team:

  • To add cultural and professional value to the team
  • Be 100% yourself - we are genuine and love what we do
  • Passion … without it we would not be where we are today
  • A true team player - we work hard and play hard together
  • We don’t have time for lone wolves - we build everything together
  • A true desire to deliver outstanding customer-focused solutions

A little bit about us:

#TeamProDirect is built on a passion for sport, product, and service. Our team has worked relentlessly over the past 30 years to ensure we connect athletes worldwide with the best choice of products. We make it our mission to engage with and awaken the passion within our customers; we strive to produce the best possible experience and want them to love sport and sports products as much as we do. We are a hard-hitting and lively band of professionals, dedicated to change the world of online sports retail.

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