Buying Assistant
6 days ago
Buying Assistant
Solihull
Full-time, 40 hours/week (Mon–Fri, 8:30am–5:30pm) – Fully office based
Contract Type: Permanent
£26,000 - £28,000 - depending on experience. (Staff discount, benefits package, development opportunities)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Buying Assistant to join a fast-paced and growing Commercial Department within a successful UK-based retailer.
This role offers a chance to work closely with senior stakeholders and gain hands-on experience supporting commercial decision-making at scale.
Role Responsibilities
* Placing purchase orders and forecasting stock levels
* Coordinating transfers between distribution depots
* Conducting competitor price checks
* Setting up new product lines
* Resolving supplier and logistics-related queries
Ideal Candidate Profile
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
* Strong numeracy and literacy with the ability to work to deadlines
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
* Confident communicator across all levels, including senior management and external suppliers
* GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade B or above (or equivalent)
* Previous experience in retail is beneficial
Full training provided and opportunities to grow within the Commercial team.
A supportive working environment focused on hard work. This is more than just a support role — it’s a chance to be part of a team that drives high-impact decisions across product categories. If you’re driven, detail-oriented, and eager to make a difference, we want to hear from you.
Thank you for your interest in this role. We will assess your application against the essential criteria for the role. We aim to let you know within 48-hours if your application is to be progressed.
If you do not hear from us within the time frame, you are not successful on this occasion, please continue to respond/apply to future roles we advertise. We will not retain your details in line with Data Protection guidance.
If you are registered with Plum Personnel please contact us directly to discuss this role, or other opportunities that may be of interest
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