Buying Assistant

6 months ago


Liverpool, United Kingdom BM Stores Full time

**Have you already started your career in Buying at Buying Assistant level but not seeing where you can progress or is job security a risk for you? Or equally have good analytical/excel skills and you're keen to begin a career in Buying?**

**Either way, then this could be prime time to join a FTSE 100 business that is experiencing significant growth. With over 700 stores (and growing) demand for our products is ever increasing so we are looking to recruit Buying Assistant to join to our Health & Beauty Team.**

As a Buying Assistant you will play a key role in providing effective & efficient support. To be successful, it is essential that you can work at pace, have excellent administration skills and an eye for detail.

All our Buying teams are based in our Support Centre in Speke, Liverpool (L24) so you are constantly at the heart and learning from established Buyers and Merchandisers around you. Our core hours are in the office Monday - Friday 8.30- 5.00 and we do offer flexible working hours.

**The key responsibilities of the role are**:

- Updating product information on the critical path;
- Approvals of pre-shipment images, assembly instructions, test certificates, artwork etc
- Processing shipping documents
- Liaising with Far East and UK suppliers
- Associated photography and artworks
- Product & Purchase order set up

**Experience/Skills Required**:

- Excellent organisational skills
- Computer literacy including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Strong numerical skills & ability to analyse data
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills
- Experience in administration
- B&M Retail are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all colleagues._


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