Buying Assistant: Fast-Paced, Growth-Driven Role

Farmfoods; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount 15%

Staff benefits package

Job summary

Farmfoods is seeking a full-time Buying Assistant in the Commercial Department, based at Monkspath, Solihull. The role involves placing orders, forecasting, coordinating transfers, and competitor price analysis to support fast-paced daily operations.

Key requirements include sharp numeracy and literacy, proficiency with Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and the ability to work to deadlines. Training is provided.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail with high numeracy and literacy standards.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; able to use an in-house software package.

Responsibilities

• Placing orders and forecasting.
• Setting up transfers between depots.
• Competitor price comparisons.
• Setting up new lines.
• Resolving supplier/logistics queries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organised

Numeracy

Literacy

Education

GCSE English and Maths (grade B)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Farmfoods is seeking a full-time Buying Assistant in the Commercial Department, based at Monkspath, Solihull. The role involves placing orders, forecasting, coordinating transfers, and competitor price analysis to support fast-paced daily operations.

Key requirements include sharp numeracy and literacy, proficiency with Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and the ability to work to deadlines. Training is provided.