Pertemps are proud to be recruiting on behalf of an ambitious, fast‑growing UK retailer with a strong national footprint and a proven track record of success. With continued expansion and exciting plans for the future, they’re now looking for a motivated Buying Assistant to join their Head Office team in Plymouth.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a genuine interest in retail and buying to get hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced commercial environment, supporting experienced Senior Buyers and playing a real part in shaping product ranges seen by customers nationwide.
What you’ll be doing:
As a Buying Assistant, you’ll be right at the heart of the buying function, helping to drive sales and profit through:
o Supporting the Senior Buying team to deliver sales, margin and stock targets
o Assisting with sourcing, developing and managing product ranges and promotional offers
o Liaising with suppliers and maintaining accurate product and range data
o Monitoring competitor activity and market trends
o Researching, analysing and interpreting data to support buying decisions
o Ensuring administrative, financial and system processes are completed accurately and on time
o Producing regular information and updates for stores
o Working closely with retail teams to ensure new ranges launch smoothly in stores
What we’re looking for:
o A clear interest in retail and buying, with good commercial awareness
o Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with suppliers and internal teams
o Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to prioritise
o Comfortable working independently as well as part of a team
o Strong numerical, analytical and written skills
o Confident using Microsoft Excel, including formulas and graphs
What’s in it for you?
o Company pension
o Employee discount
o Cycle to work scheme
o Long service awards
o The chance to build a long‑term career within a successful, growing business
The details:
o Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:45am – 5:30pm
o Location: Plymouth, Devon
o Contract: Temporary to Permanent (12 week probation)
If you’re organised, commercially minded and looking to take the next step in a buying or retail career, this could be the perfect role for you.
Apply today or contact Chelsea Goodman in the Pertemps Plymouth branch.