Excellent career development opportunity with a $100bn global retail brand
An outstanding opportunity for a highly numerate Buying Assistant to join one of the world's largest and most successful retailers.
This role will suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced, data-driven buying environment and is looking to build a long-term career within retail head office functions.
We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with experience in established retail brands such as John Lewis, Debenhams or similar large-scale retailers.
The Role at a Glance:
Job Title: Buying Assistant
Location: Watford, Hertfordshire (Office Based)
Salary: £35,048
Package: Excellent Benefits + Career Progression
Hours: Full Time - 40 hours per week
The Opportunity:
Working closely with Buyers and Assistant Buyers, you'll play a key role in supporting the buying function through accurate data management, inventory tracking and effective communication with internal teams and external suppliers.
Key Responsibilities:
* Set up and maintain accurate item and vendor records
* Update pricing, terms, descriptions and supplier details
* Produce weekly department recap figures and report
* Review inventory reports and resolve stock discrepancies
* Track stock orders and replenishment activity
* Issue and track vendor contracts and agreements
* Liaise with regional offices, warehouses and suppliers
* Support merchandising projects and sample management
* Assist across the department and wider business as required
About You:
* Degree educated (preferred)
* Strong numeracy skills - essential
* Excellent written and spoken English
* Strong communication and negotiation skills
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail
* Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Benefits (After 90-Day Probation)
* Executive membership for you + 3 others
* Life Insurance
* Pension Plan
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Optical benefit after 1 year
* Dental benefit after 2 years
* 20 days annual holiday
Ready to take the next step in your retail buying career? If you're highly numerate, detail-driven and excited by the opportunity to work for a truly global retail powerhouse, we'd love to hear from you.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK without restriction.
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