Assistant Buyer: Product & Range Development

Candidate Ltd; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Company pension

Employee discount

Flexible working times

Regular company social events

Free flu jabs

Job summary

Candidate Ltd in Manchester is seeking an Assistant Buyer to join a fast-paced, growing team. You will support product development, range building and supplier management, contributing ideas to meet customer needs and timelines.

The ideal candidate has at least two years’ buying administration experience, strong organisational skills, and a proactive mindset to develop their buying career within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in buying administration or related role.
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of product development and supply chain processes.
• Clear communication and presentation skills.
• Proactive, eager to learn and take ownership of tasks.
• Good IT skills, including Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support the Buyer with range building and product development, contributing ideas that reflect the target customer and market.
• Manage samples throughout the development process, ensuring approvals are completed accurately and on time.
• Oversee sample approvals, including lab dips, strike-offs and final sample sign-offs.
• Coordinate label artwork and support pre-shipment inspection approvals.
• Keep up to date with emerging trends, colours and materials.
• Take ownership of critical path management and ensure milestones and launch dates are achieved.
• Liaise with overseas suppliers and factories to keep product development on track.
• Monitor deadlines and resolve issues that could affect delivery.
• Support the buying process with accurate records and clear communication.

Skills

Organisational skills

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Creativity

Tools

Excel

Job description

Candidate Ltd in Manchester is seeking an Assistant Buyer to join a fast-paced, growing team. You will support product development, range building and supplier management, contributing ideas to meet customer needs and timelines.

The ideal candidate has at least two years’ buying administration experience, strong organisational skills, and a proactive mindset to develop their buying career within a collaborative environment.