Buying Assistant

1 month ago


Risley Warrington, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Job Title: Buying Assistant
Salary: £30,000-£35,000 depending on experience 
Location: Warrington Head Office
Hours of Work: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Reports to: Buyer

About Us

Our client is an industry-leading business specialising in technology, gaming, and lifestyle products. They are known for sourcing, building, and distributing high-quality tech systems, laptops, and accessories, catering to both consumers and businesses.
With a reputation for delivering bespoke, high-performance solutions, they operate across various sectors, including gaming, eSports, and the public sector. In addition, the company runs a successful online retail operation, offering a wide range of computing and gaming products through strategic partnerships with major global brands and suppliers.

Role Summary

We are currently recruiting a Buying Assistant on behalf of our client, a dynamic and growing technology business. This is an exciting opportunity for someone eager to further their career in the tech buying and category management sector.
The successful candidate will work closely with the buying team, contributing to supplier relationships, product sourcing, and inventory management. This role offers the opportunity to progress into a Buyer position in the future.

Key Responsibilities

1. Supplier and Brand Management

Support the identification and management of relationships with suppliers and brands.
Communicate regularly with suppliers to track orders and address issues.
Assist in negotiating pricing, terms, and contracts to secure favourable deals.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure effective supplier strategies.

2. Market Research and Analysis

Conduct research to uncover new product opportunities and market trends.
Analyze sales data and industry reports to inform purchasing decisions.
Monitor competitor activity to ensure market competitiveness.

3. Order Processing and Inventory Management

Coordinate and process purchase orders accurately.
Work closely with inventory teams to optimise stock levels.
Identify and address slow-moving inventory to maximise efficiency.

4. Quality Assurance

Liaise with quality control teams to ensure products meet the company’s standards.
Address any quality issues with suppliers promptly.

5. Administrative Support

Provide administrative support to the buying team, including scheduling, reporting, and documentation.
Maintain product catalogues and pricing databases.
Assist the team with ad hoc tasks and projects.

The Right Candidate Will:

Have purchasing experience, ideally within the tech or gaming sector.
Possess strong knowledge of PC components (professional or hobbyist level).
Work well within a team environment and align with company goals.
Exhibit effective communication skills with both internal teams and external partners.
Be results-driven and confident in challenging the status quo.

Benefits:

25 days of holiday
Free on-site parking
Free on-site EV charging
Complimentary fruit and toast
Regular free lunches, social events, and team-building activities



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