As a result of our continued growth, we are seeking a confident, dynamic Buying Assistant with an enthusiastic approach to work. The successful candidate will provide general office and administrative support to the Buying department, whilst working with the Buyers in a progressive and creative environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Assisting the Buying Team with general administrative tasks
• Analysing and maintain stock levels
• Following order processes from placement to delivery
• Maintaining and updating company databases and systems with product data
• Managing and developing supplier relationships with daily correspondence
• Communicating and negotiating with suppliers in the Far East and worldwide
• Conducting product and market research
• Any other tasks deemed by the company to be necessary for the successful completion of the role

Person Specification:

Skills/experience

• Graduate or equivalent
• Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Excellent numeracy, time management and organisational skills
• Ability to complete tasks with careful attention to detail and to a high level of accuracy
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Previous buying or merchandising experience desirable but not essential

Disposition

• Self-motivated and enthusiastic
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Highly organised, analytical, and methodical
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Flexible