Buying Assistant: Fast-Paced Commercial Growth Role

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

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.