Buying Assistant

Plum Personnel; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful UK-based retailer is seeking a Buying Assistant in Solihull for a full-time role. This permanent position entails placing purchase orders, forecasting stock levels, and coordinating logistics. The ideal candidate should possess strong attention to detail, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and effective communication skills. With full training provided, this role offers a chance for significant professional growth within a supportive commercial team.

Benefits

Staff discount

Benefits package

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong numeracy and literacy with the ability to work to deadlines.
• Previous experience in an office or customer service environment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Placing purchase orders and forecasting stock levels.
• Coordinating transfers between distribution depots.
• Conducting competitor price checks.
• Setting up new product lines.
• Resolving supplier and logistics-related queries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Numeracy skills

Literacy skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Communication skills

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade B or above (or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Buying Assistant

Solihull | Full-time, 40 hours/week (Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5:30pm) – Fully office based

Contract Type: Permanent

£26,000 - £28,000 – depending on experience. (Staff discount, benefits package, development opportunities)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Buying Assistant to join a fast‑paced and growing Commercial Department within a successful UK‑based retailer.

This role offers a chance to work closely with senior stakeholders and gain hands‑on experience supporting commercial decision‑making at scale.

Role Responsibilities

• Placing purchase orders and forecasting stock levels
• Coordinating transfers between distribution depots
• Conducting competitor price checks
• Setting up new product lines
• Resolving supplier and logistics‑related queries

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong numeracy and literacy with the ability to work to deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Confident communicator across all levels, including senior management and external suppliers
• GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade B or above (or equivalent)
• Previous experience in an office or customer service environment is beneficial

Full training provided and opportunities to grow within the Commercial team.

A supportive working environment focused on hard work. This is more than just a support role — it's a chance to be part of a team that drives high‑impact decisions across product categories. If you're driven, detail‑oriented, and eager to make a difference, we want to hear from you.