Assistant Buyer

We are advertising on behalf of our client a highly regarded distribution business for a
Assistant Buyer, to join their busy team
Monday - Friday, 09:00-17:00 (35hrs a week)
The Role:

- Assisting the Trader in all aspects of chasing and preparing documentation to be processed;
- Liaising with suppliers to confirm internal promotions and seasonal ranges;
- Updating and maintaining current databases allowing other members of the trading team to have accurate information;
- Claiming retros and invoicing at the end of promotions, sending volumes and calculations;
- Supporting the Trading Manager to prepare for exit planning, clearance programmes and discontinued lines.

Applicants should have:

- The ability to work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment;
- Strong attention to detail;
- Excellent problem solving skills, and confidence to make quick thinking decisions;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages;
- Experience of working in a Retail environment would be beneficial, but not essential.

**Benefits**:
Competitive salary, healthcare, pension, staff shop, incremental holiday and sick pay schemes; and a number of other peripheral benefits.

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

**Salary**: £22,000.00-£25,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Saltash, PL12 6LX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)