Assistant Buyer

1 week ago

Kentford Suffolk, United Kingdom Mr Fothergill's Seeds Ltd Full time

Job Advert: Assistant Buyer

At Mr Fothergill’s Seeds we are in the business of bringing gardens to life. Known for our exceptional range of seeds, garden products and horticultural expertise with well-known brands such as Fothergill’s, Johnsons, DT Brown and Darlac, our products can be found in garden centers, big retailers and direct to consumers through our websites and catalogues. We have a legacy of quality, a loyal customer base and are committed to inspiring and empowering gardeners of all levels.

We are a passionate team with a strong can-do attitude. We show respect to one another and are keen to innovate on our respective areas of expertise. We value agility, understand the journey our business is on and strive to add our unique mark onto that journey. We work hard but don’t forget to have fun. Our company purpose is “Helping Everyone Grow” and we extend that purpose to everything we do.

As an Assistant Buyer at Fothergill’s Seeds, you will support your colleagues in administrative tasks relating to sourcing, supply chain management of specific live product ranges across our three brands; Fothergill's, DT Brown and Woolmans.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the Procurement of live plants/potatoes/fruit /bulbs etc. and packaging for finished goods
  • Prepare reports that aid the purchasing team in their forecasts and negotiations with suppliers
  • Place and track purchase orders to ensure products arrive on time
  • Plan monitor and assist with maintaining accurate stock levels
  • Working with the Buying Team to assist in the planning of seasonal demand new season ranges and volume requirements
  • Assist with collation of product information needed for catalogue and website copywriting, including product features and benefits, technical information and images
  • Attending appropriate plant trials with the buying team to grow your product and supplier knowledge base within the UK and Europe to support new product development and innovation
  • Other ad hoc duties related to the role, depending on the business need

We are looking for someone who has accurate, efficient administrative skills and who is practiced in working with large data sets. You will demonstrate practical knowledge of procurement and demonstrate:

Essential:

  • Excellent attention to detail and organisation skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • Methodical and structured approach to work
  • Effective IT skills including Excel
  • Ability to work under pressure and react to changing demands, prioritising workload and tasks to best achieve the overall plan and meet deadlines

Desirable:

  • Horticultural knowledge and a passion for gardening
  • Evaluation of potential new products
  • Ecommerce experience is preferred but not essential

The world of gardening should be accessible to all and it’s important that our teams reflect the diversity of our customers, ensuring that our products meet everyone’s needs. Therefore, we very much welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We’re ‘rooting’ for you

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