Assistant Buyer / Buying Assistant - South/West Yorkshire £40,000 + Package Thriving FMCG Value Retailer | Fast Growth | Multi-Channel We’re recruiting on behalf of one of the UK’s fastest-growing value FMCG retailers — a dynamic, ambitious business with big plans and an exciting pipeline of growth. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded Assistant Buyer / Buying Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced trading environment and loves the buzz of sourcing great products at the right price. Why this role? You’ll join a high-performing buying team at a pivotal stage of growth, gaining hands-on exposure to negotiations, supplier management, and value-driven sourcing across the UK and Europe. If you’re analytical, driven, and eager to build a buying career in FMCG retail, this role offers real development and progression. What you’ll be doing: * Negotiating hard on cost price to secure exceptional value without compromising quality * Sourcing high-value clearance and opportunistic products from UK & European suppliers * Managing and growing smaller supplier accounts, building strong commercial relationships * Tracking market trends, competitor pricing, and new opportunities * Supporting stock flow, availability, and range performance alongside merchandising and supply chain teams * Analysing sales and margin data to shape smarter buying decisions ...