Buying Assistant - Global Retailer

VoiceWorks; Watford; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Buying Assistant to support their dynamic buying team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for career development within a $100 billion global retailer. As a Buying Assistant, you will be responsible for updating inventory records, managing vendor contracts, and ensuring effective communication across departments. Ideal candidates will possess strong numeracy skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Join a forward-thinking company that values your contributions and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including life insurance and a pension plan.

Benefits

Executive Membership

Life Insurance

Pension Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Optical Benefit

Dental Benefit

20 Days Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Degree education preferred with strong numeracy and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is essential.

Responsibilities

• Enter and update records for buying staff and manage inventory reports.
• Coordinate with vendors and regional offices to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Numeracy Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Written and Spoken English

Negotiation Skills

Education

Degree Education

Tools

Computer Records Management

Email Communication

Job description

Excellent career-development opportunity for a candidate with great numeracy skills to join a $100 billion global retailer.

We are particularly interested in candidates who may have worked for retail brands like John Lewis or Debenhams.

The Role At a Glance

Buying Assistant - Global Retailer

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire (Office Based)

Salary: £34,112 DOE

Plus: Excellent Benefits Package

Position: Full Time - 40 hours per week

The Buying Assistant Overview

• Enter and update computer records and produce reports for buying staff.
• Review department inventory reports weekly, track item replenishment and purchase orders.
• Send and track vendor contracts, advertisement, and logo agreements.
• Communicate with regional offices, vendors, and members to gather information and resolve issues.

Main Duties Include

Buying Assistant Daily Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Set up item and vendor records by entering information into the computer.
• Update records for changes in price, terms, descriptions, addresses; input figures for weekly department recap.
• Review inventory reports weekly, check for zero or negative sales, follow up with warehouse on stock issues, and track initial stock orders for new locations.
• Manage and track replenishment and purchase orders to ensure smooth flow of goods.
• Mail out vendor contracts and agreements, track for signatures and return.
• Coordinate with regional buying offices, depots, warehouses, vendors, and members to gather and relay information.
• Assist Buyers in merchandising projects as needed.
• Transport sample merchandise within the department.
• Support other departmental and company areas as necessary.

Buying Assistant Skills Required

• Degree education preferred.
• Excellent numeracy skills essential.
• Strong written and spoken English, good negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, internet, and email.

Benefits After 90 Days

• Executive membership for staff and 3 others.
• Life Insurance.
• Pension Plan.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Optical benefit after 1 year.
• Dental benefit after 2 years.
• 20 days annual leave.

Candidates must be able to work freely in the UK without restrictions.

Potential Previous Roles

Buying Administrator, Buying Analyst, Inventory Analyst, Inventory Reporting Analyst, Buying and Stock Coordinator, Retail Buying Assistant.

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