Buying Assistant

Michael Page Business Support; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing retailer is looking for a Buying Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support to the Buying Team. The role involves managing the sample process, updating colleagues on lead times, and handling purchase orders efficiently. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills, prior administration experience, and a willingness to grow with the business. This position offers flexible working hours and additional benefits such as free parking.

Benefits

Free Parking

Close to transport links

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Prior administration experience is essential.
• Must possess excellent communication skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide full administration support to the Buying Team.
• Contact suppliers and manage sample processes.
• Ensure timely completion of costing sheets and purchase orders.

Skills

Administration experience

Excellent communication skills

Willingness to learn and grow with the business

Job description

Client Details

A great opportunity for a Buying Assistant to join a rapidly growing retailer. The business is looking to increase its market share over the next 12 months with growth plans, You will provide full administration to the Buying team, from product set up, rising purchase orders etc.

Description

• To provide a full administration support service to the Buying Team
• Contacting suppliers, Brands etc
• Updating colleagues on lead times on a regular basis
• Manage the customers sample process from start to finish.
• To be fully responsible for ensuring costing sheets are completed, range plans updated, and company samples and orders are tracked in the required time frames.
• To be responsible for all post-sale activity including any administration and follow up work in relation to purchase orders.
• To quickly and accurately turn‑round information, data, and documentation.
• To be an integral part of the Buying team demonstrating excellent liaison and customer service skills to maximise supplier co-operation.
• To raise and issue approved purchase orders.
• To maintain and review on a weekly basis a clear and accurate purchase order book.

Profile

Administration experience

Excellent communication skills

Willingness to learn and grow with the business.

Job Offer

Free Parking

Close to transport links

Flexible working hours

Buying Assistant