Excellent career-development opportunity for a candidate with great numeracy skills to join a $100 billion global retailer.
We are particularly interested in candidates who may have worked for retail brands like John Lewis or Debenhams.
The Role At a Glance
Buying Assistant - Global Retailer
Location: Watford, Hertfordshire (Office Based)
Salary: £34,112 DOE
Plus: Excellent Benefits Package
Position: Full Time - 40 hours per week
The Buying Assistant Overview
* Enter and update computer records and produce reports for buying staff.
* Review department inventory reports weekly, track item replenishment and purchase orders.
* Send and track vendor contracts, advertisement, and logo agreements.
* Communicate with regional offices, vendors, and members to gather information and resolve issues.
Main Duties Include
Buying Assistant Daily Tasks and Responsibilities:
* Set up item and vendor records by entering information into the computer.
* Update records for changes in price, terms, descriptions, addresses; input figures for weekly department recap.
* Review inventory reports weekly, check for zero or negative sales, follow up with warehouse on stock issues, and track initial stock orders for new locations.
* Manage and track replenishment and purchase orders to ensure smooth flow of goods.
* Mail out vendor contracts and agreements, track for signatures and return.
* Coordinate with regional buying offices, depots, warehouses, vendors, and members to gather and relay information.
* Assist Buyers in merchandising projects as needed.
* Transport sample merchandise within the department.
* Support other departmental and company areas as necessary.
Buying Assistant Skills Required
* Degree education preferred.
* Excellent numeracy skills essential.
* Strong written and spoken English, good negotiation skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, internet, and email.
Benefits After 90 Days
* Executive membership for staff and 3 others.
* Life Insurance.
* Pension Plan.
* Employee assistance programme.
* Optical benefit after 1 year.
* Dental benefit after 2 years.
* 20 days annual leave.
Candidates must be able to work freely in the UK without restrictions.
Potential Previous Roles
Buying Administrator, Buying Analyst, Inventory Analyst, Inventory Reporting Analyst, Buying and Stock Coordinator, Retail Buying Assistant.
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