Assistant Buyer

3 days ago


Plymouth, United Kingdom TQR Plymouth LTD Full time

As a result of our clients expansion plans, and continued ongoing success we are seeking a dynamic Assistant Buyer to be based at a prestigious Head Office in Plymouth.

As an Assistant Buyer you will work closely with the Buyer to enhance products offering to our customers. Developing relationships with new and existing Suppliers whilst ensuring maximum value and efficiency for the business.

**Responsibilities**
- Assist the Buyer with proactive continuous product sourcing.
- Responsible for negotiation of terms and conditions with assigned Suppliers.
- Manage and maintain daily correspondence of assigned Suppliers.
- Achieve margin and product sell through targets.
- Maintain and develop excellent supplier relationships.
- Ensure right mix of product and maintain awareness of competitors position and market share.
- Assist the Buyer in all aspects of the buying process through
- Attending buying meetings with the Buyer
- UK & foreign travel where necessary
- Forecasting of stock & placing of orders
- Attending ad-hoc buying appointments in the Buyers’ absence to gather product information for review.

**Essential Skills & Requirements**
- Previous experience in a retail environment.
- Proven commercial experience of trading in a fast paced and reactive environment.
- Good judgment and decision making skills.
- Strong analytical excel skills.
- Excellent communication skills both written & verbal.
- Keen eye for detail.
- Pro-active and able to show initiative/ideas to constantly improve the business.
- Understanding of retail industry trends and how to incorporate them into the business.

About the Role:
What we offer:

- Competitive salary
- Pension
- Long service awards
- Employee discount
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexible and Hybrid working

**If you are interested or have the relevant experience and are currently looking for a new challenge then please submit an up to date CV by clicking the ‘apply’ button.**

**For an informal chat please phone 01752 252533 and ask for Laura. Many thanks for your interest.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Supplemental pay types:

- Loyalty bonus

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: LM - AB


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