Assistant Buyer

Teamworx; Cork; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Teamworx in Cork City Centre is seeking an experienced Assistant Buyer to support sourcing, selection and purchasing of premium product collections. The role works closely with the Buying Manager to manage supplier relationships and stock, ensuring alignment with customer demand and business objectives.

The ideal candidate has prior buying experience within luxury retail, analytical skills and a proactive, collaborative approach to product development and commercial performance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Junior Buyer, Assistant Buyer, Buying Assistant or similar role is essential.
• Strong understanding of the buying process, including product selection and purchasing.
• Experience working with senior buyers or within an established buying team.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to analyse sales performance and trends.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities with high standards of efficiency.
• Proactive and collaborative approach with interest in product development and commercial performance.
• Candidates with buying experience across fashion, accessories, beauty, homewares, lifestyle, jewellery or luxury goods are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Support the Buying Manager in sourcing, selecting and purchasing product collections.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, manufacturers and brand partners.
• Monitor sales performance, stock levels and category performance across locations.
• Analyse sales data, market trends and pricing developments for insights.
• Maintain product, pricing and supplier information across stock systems.
• Handle buying administration including invoice processing and stock allocation.
• Coordinate supplier orders, track deliveries and stock distribution.

Skills

Buying experience

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Supplier relationship management

Organisation

Job description

Cork city, Ireland

Teamworx is delighted to be recruiting an experienced Assistant Buyer for an established and highly regarded retailer operating within the luxury sector, based in Cork City Centre.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused, analytical and detail-oriented buying professional to join an experienced buying team, supporting the sourcing, selection and management of premium product collections.

Working closely with the Buying Manager, the successful candidate will play an important role in supplier relationships, product selection, inventory management and commercial analysis, ensuring collections are aligned with customer demand and business objectives.

Previous buying experience is essential; however, applications are welcomed from candidates across a broad range of retail industries and product categories. Experience within the luxury sector would be advantageous but is not essential, as comprehensive product training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Buying Manager in sourcing, selecting and purchasing product collections in line with commercial objectives and customer demand.
• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with suppliers, manufacturers and brand partners.
• Monitor sales performance, stock levels and category performance across multiple retail locations, identifying opportunities to maximise stock turnover.
• Analyse sales data, market trends and pricing developments to provide commercial insights and recommendations.
• Maintain accurate product, pricing and supplier information across internal stock management systems.
• Manage buying administration, including invoice processing, stock allocation, pricing and associated documentation.
• Coordinate supplier orders, track deliveries and oversee stock distribution between suppliers and retail locations.
• Work alongside the Buying Manager to develop commercially successful, balanced and relevant product ranges.
• Collaborate with retail and marketing teams to support product launches, product training and visual merchandising standards.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in an Junior Buyer , Assistant Buyer, Buying Assistant or similar buying role is essential.
• Strong understanding of the buying process, including product selection, purchasing, supplier coordination and stock management.
• Experience working alongside senior buyers or within an established buying team.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to analyse sales performance, stock levels and market trends.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining high standards of accuracy and efficiency.
• A proactive, collaborative approach with a genuine interest in product development and commercial performance.
• Candidates with buying experience across fashion, accessories, beauty, homewares, lifestyle, jewellery, luxury goods or other retail categories are encouraged to apply.