One Stop - Assistant Buyer

Tesco; Brownhills; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

One Stop Brownhills, part of the Tesco Group, is recruiting for a Buying/Category role to support the Buying Manager in delivering category sales, profit and growth. You’ll analyse data, collaborate with suppliers and colleagues across One Stop and Tesco to drive performance and meet business objectives.

The role is hybrid, offers opportunities to develop category management expertise, and requires proactive collaboration with internal teams to deliver range reviews and promotional activity.

Qualifications

• Previous Buying or Category Management experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proactive and self-motivated approach.
• Collaborative team player

Responsibilities

• Support category administration, including product setup, promotional activity, supplier claims and EPOS reporting.
• Analyse sales and performance data to identify opportunities for growth.
• Support delivery of sales, margin and profit targets.
• Build and maintain effective supplier relationships.
• Support supplier negotiations and joint business planning.
• Help deliver range reviews and category changes on time and in full.
• Independently manage selected category areas from planning through to delivery.
• Monitor competitor activity, pricing and market trends.
• Support stock and working capital objectives.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and the wider Tesco Group to deliver business initiatives and product launches.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship building

Multi-priority management

Attention to detail

Proactive

Collaborative team player

Job description

One Stop Brownhills Permanent Working hours 37.5 Apply by 11-Sep-2026

Support the Buying Manager to deliver category sales, profit and growth. Working with suppliers and colleagues across One Stop and the Tesco Group, you'll help manage category performance, deliver great products for our customers, and support business objectives through analysis, planning and supplier collaboration.

Please note: This is a hybrid working role.

What is in it for you

One Stop is committed to making everyday life easier for our customers! With a strong presence in local communities, we offer a wide range of quality products at great value, alongside friendly and helpful service. As part of the Tesco Group, One Stop combines the benefits of a large organisation with the close-knit feel of a neighbourhood store. We're passionate about creating a welcoming environment for both our customers and our colleagues and we're always looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our growing team!

Flexible Working

We know life looks a little different for each of us. That's why at One Stop, we always welcome chats about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we can support.

One Stop Benefits

At One Stop, we value our colleagues just as much as our customers - and that's reflected in the wide range of benefits we offer.

To explore the full list of colleague benefits, please click here and scroll to the bottom of our Careers Page.

*As a proud subsidiary of the Tesco Group, One Stop operates as an independent business. This means that while we share the same values, the benefits we offer may differ from those available at Tesco.*

Community Involvement

At One Stop, being part of the community is at the heart of everything we do. From supporting local charities and groups to partnering with national organisations, we're proud to give back in meaningful ways.

Over the past decade, we've raised over £10.4 million for good causes and donated the equivalent of 1.6 million meals through our partnerships with FareShare and Olio, helping to reduce food waste and support those in need.

Working with us means you'll have the chance to make a real difference whether it's climbing mountains, running marathons, or simply organising a local raffle, our colleagues go the extra mile to support the causes they care about.

Diversity & Inclusion at One Stop

At One Stop, everyone is welcome. We're proud to be an inclusive workplace that celebrates the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of our colleagues. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values.

As a Disability Confident Leader (Level 3), we're committed to creating an accessible and supportive environment for all. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, including interviews, to ensure every candidate has a fair opportunity to succeed. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer, please Click here.

Our six colleague networks Armed Forces, Disability, LGBTQ+, Families & Carers, Race & Ethnicity, and Women help foster a safe, supportive environment where everyone can thrive and be themselves. For more information about our networks please Click here

*One Stop have the right to withdraw the vacancy before the closing date should a successful application be received prior to the closing date. As such we would highly encourage you to submit your application as soon as you can.

You will be responsible for

• Support category administration, including product setup, promotional activity, supplier claims and EPOS reporting.
• Analyse sales and performance data to identify opportunities for growth.
• Support delivery of sales, margin and profit targets.
• Build and maintain effective supplier relationships.
• Support supplier negotiations and joint business planning.
• Help deliver range reviews and category changes on time and in full.
• Independently manage selected category areas from planning through to delivery.
• Monitor competitor activity, pricing and market trends.
• Support stock and working capital objectives.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and the wider Tesco Group to deliver business initiatives and product launches.

You will need

• Previous Buying or Category Management experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proactive and self-motivated approach.
• Collaborative team player

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