Junior Buyer: Fast-Paced, Data-Driven Role in Tools

ITS; Harlow; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

ITS in Harlow is seeking a Junior Buyer to join our busy Buying and Commercial Team, supporting daily category management and supplier relations in a fast-paced retail/e-commerce environment.

You will work with Category Controllers to learn pricing, promotions and stock management, develop product knowledge, and contribute to cross-department projects. This office-based role offers opportunities to grow within the team.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail, sales or e-commerce.
• Buying, purchasing or commercial administration experience.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Interest in tools, hardware or construction products.

Responsibilities

• Support Category Controllers with day-to-day product category management.
• Assist with supplier communications and maintain relationships.
• Support product creation, pricing updates and supplier data.
• Assist with purchase order administration and stock management.
• Analyse sales performance, stock levels and market trends.
• Support promotional planning across online and retail channels.
• Assist with competitor research and product range reviews.
• Maintain accurate product and commercial information within internal systems.
• Work closely with Marketing, Retail and Warehouse teams to support commercial activity.
• Contribute to projects and initiatives across the Buying Team.

Skills

Retail experience

E-commerce experience

Analytical mindset

Supply chain basics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ITS in Harlow is seeking a Junior Buyer to join our busy Buying and Commercial Team, supporting daily category management and supplier relations in a fast-paced retail/e-commerce environment.

You will work with Category Controllers to learn pricing, promotions and stock management, develop product knowledge, and contribute to cross-department projects. This office-based role offers opportunities to grow within the team.