Buying Assistant

Quest Search and Selection Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Buying Assistant in Greater London. The ideal candidate will provide administrative support to the Grocery Trading team, managing tasks with a focus on data analysis and effective communication. This role offers hybrid working options and a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare and development opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid working – 2 days WIO

25 days of paid annual leave

Free on-site gym

Private healthcare

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• 1 year of office-based experience preferred, ideally in a buying or administrative role.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data effectively.
• Experience with advanced Excel functions such as pivot tables.

Responsibilities

• Prepare terms folders, documents, and budget inputs.
• Support category reviews by gathering and compiling data.
• Manage admin tasks and maintain updated contact lists.
• Produce stock reports and elevate issues as needed.

Skills

Advanced Excel functions

Data analysis and interpretation

Office administration

Workload planning and prioritization

Education

Graduate-level education or equivalent

Job description

Quest Search & Selection is looking for a Buying Assistant to deliver accurate, timely administrative support to the Grocery Trading team, ensuring key trading activities and projects are completed on schedule.

This includes working to strict deadlines, utilising Excel and other Microsoft Office tools, and collaborating closely with Buyers.

This business is a leading B2B supplier & retailer here you will be part of a large international organisation with a highly influential marketing power with sustainable and progressive financial results.

Role & Responsibilities of this Buying Assistant

• Prepare terms folders, documents, and budget inputs.
• Support category reviews by gathering and compiling data.
• Manage admin tasks and maintain updated contact lists.
• Collect seasonal forecasts and support cost price increase benchmarking.
• Produce availability, stock reports, and elevate issues where needed.
• Submit supplier and SKU information and check data accuracy.
• Prioritise workload, make decisions within remit, and elevate when required.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders and engage effectively.
• Take ownership of tasks, contribute to teamwork, and adapt to business changes.

Qualification Required for this Buying Assistant

• Graduate-level candidate or equivalent capability.
• 1 year of office-based experience is preferred. Ideally working a head office, buying, category, trading, merchandising or project management capacity in an assistant or administrative background.
• Proven ability to analyse and interpret data.
• Proficient in advanced Excel functions e.g. pivot tables and data handling.
• Experience planning and prioritising workload to meet deadlines.

Benefits of this Buying Assistant

• Hybrid working – 2 days WIO.
• 25 days of paid annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Free on-site gym.
• Free car parking.
• Private healthcare.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Learning & Development opportunities.

If the Buying Assistant role sounds like you and keen to be considered, please apply today to JO-15.

We request that candidates send their CV as a Microsoft Word document where possible.

Quest Search & Selection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.