Buying Assistant

ProCook; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A kitchenware company in Gloucester is seeking a Buying Assistant to support the buying team in managing product categories and supplier communication. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and has a keen interest in retail. This role offers a salary between £26,000 and £30,000, along with benefits including a performance-based bonus and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Generous staff discount

Enhanced parental leave

33 Days Annual Leave (including bank holidays)

Qualifications

• Keen interest in retail buying, trends, and consumer behaviour.
• Strong organizational skills, ensuring tasks are complete accurately and on time.
• Proactive, detail-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Buying team.
• Manage product samples and supplier communication.
• Analyse competitor pricing and market trends.

Skills

Interest in retail buying

Organizational skills

Commercial mindset

Communication skills

Excel and analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Job description

Overview

Buying Assistant – Kickstart Your Buying Career with ProCook!

Are you passionate about products, trends, and all things kitchenware? Do you have a sharp eye for detail and a knack for organisation? If you’re looking to launch your career in buying, this is your chance to join ProCook and be part of a team that brings high-quality, innovative kitchenware to life!

What’s in it for you?

• A fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on buying experience in a fast-growing retail business
• Work with passionate teams in a dynamic, product-driven environment
• A varied role where no two days are the same
• Competitive salary, benefits, and the chance to develop your skills and career

About the Role

As a Buying Assistant at ProCook, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the Buying team to ensure the smooth running of our product categories. From liaising with suppliers and managing samples to maintaining accurate product records and analysing market trends, you’ll be involved in every stage of the buying process.

What We’re Looking For

• A keen interest in retail buying, trends, and consumer behaviour
• Strong organisational skills, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time
• A commercial mindset, with the ability to analyse data and spot opportunities
• Confident communication skills, able to liaise effectively with suppliers and internal teams
• Excel and analytical skills, with the ability to work with multiple data sources
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach, ensuring accuracy in all product and pricing information

Your Day-to-Day

• Provide administrative support to the Buying team, ensuring smooth category management
• Manage product samples, approvals, and supplier communication
• Maintain accurate range plans and promotional activity to drive sales and profitability
• Analyse competitor pricing and market trends, making recommendations to enhance our ranges
• Support in the development of customer-facing content, working closely with internal teams
• Ensure accurate product and pricing records, updating systems as required
• Attend key meetings, taking notes and ensuring follow-up actions are completed

What’s in it for You?

• Salary is £26,000 - £30,000 depending on experience and skills
• Performance-based bonus
• Be part of a fast-growing company
• Join a friendly, close-knit team
• Enhanced parental leave
• Generous staff discount
• 2 x Annual paid volunteering day
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Friends and Family Referral Scheme
• 33 Days Annual Leave (including bank holidays)

We Welcome Everyone

At ProCook we are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applications from people of all abilities.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know. We’re committed to making our recruitment process as inclusive and accessible as possible.

About ProCook’s Sustainability Commitment

At ProCook, sustainability is at the heart of what we do.

As a certified B Corporation, we strive to balance profit with purpose, focusing on reducing waste, and ensuring ethical business practices.

By joining our team, you will contribute to our efforts in creating a positive impact on the planet.