Assistant Buyer Chesterfield £30,000–£32,000 Inspire Resourcing Ltd are delighted to be recruiting an Assistant Buyer for an exciting, growing business based in Chesterfield. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a hands-on role in shaping innovative product ranges, working closely with suppliers across the UK and internationally, and seeing your work go from first idea right through to launch. You’ll join a small, friendly product development team where your ideas matter, your contribution is visible, and no two days are the same. If you love product, data, and fast-paced collaboration, this role will keep you engaged and challenged. The Role: Driving Products from Concept to Launch * Own and manage the critical path for product launches, keeping everything on track from design to delivery * Coordinate closely with suppliers and internal teams to hit key milestones like approvals, packing sign-off, and samples * Create detailed product specifications, ensuring everything is accurate and launch-ready * Manage photography samples and align timelines with studio schedules Buying Support & Supplier Relationships * Support the buyer with costing sheets, quote packs, and sales-ready materials, including product imagery * Communicate daily with suppliers to secure pricing, lead times, MOQs, and quality standards * Build strong, trusted supplier relationships that support margin and growth targets Turning Data into Commercial Decisions * Analyse sales performance across sell-through, profitability, category mix, and SKU counts * Spot opportunities to optimise the range and avoid overstock or missed demand * Collaborate with merchandising on forecasting and replenishment planning * Manage clearance and discontinued lines, preparing costings and photography for the sales team Market Insight & Commercial Support * Create polished PowerPoint presentations covering trends, promotions, and trade fair insights * Support trade fairs with samples, pricing, and organisation * Prepare samples and presentations for customer meetings, both internal and external * Track competitors and wider market trends to keep the range sharp and relevant The ideal candidate: * Experience in buying or merchandising * Strong knowledge of critical path management * A naturally analytical mindset with a love of product, trends, and data * Confident communicator with proven supplier management skills * Comfortable working with Excel, PLM systems, and project tools * Highly organised, detail-focused, and proactive * Enthusiastic, hands-on, and keen to grow in a commercial product role Benefits: Real involvement in product creation Exposure to international suppliers A collaborative, supportive team environment Fast-paced, varied workload with visible impact Early finish on Fridays Hours: Monday–Thursday: 8am–5pm Friday: 8am–4pm Salary: £30,000–£32,000