Job Description:
Tesco UK • Shire Park, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire • Apply by 15-May-2025
About the role
We are looking for an Assistant Buyer to join our innovative Paperchase & Fashion Stationery team. As an Assistant Buyer, you will support the Buying Manager in developing, sourcing, and purchasing high-quality, sustainably-focused products for our customers at the best prices.
What is in it for you
We prioritize our Tesco colleagues' benefits, ensuring they are well taken care of both in and out of work. Benefits include:
* Annual bonus scheme of up to 10% of base salary
* Holiday entitlement starting at 25 days plus a personal day and bank holidays
* 26 weeks full pay maternity and adoption leave (after 1 year’s service), followed by 13 weeks statutory pay, and 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave
* Free 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and access to mental wellbeing support
Responsibilities
* Support and implement the Paperchase strategy to meet category and customer objectives
* Collaborate with Design, Technical, and Insight teams to develop and brief new products, packaging, and initiatives to differentiate Tesco
* Conduct competitor benchmarking and identify gaps and opportunities in the market
* Review supplier performance, identify new suppliers, and develop joint capabilities sustainably
* Assist category merchandising colleagues in developing a competitive trade plan
* Work with suppliers and technical teams to ensure product quality and ethical standards
* Manage category costs and pricing to balance competitiveness and margins
* Ensure accurate and timely commercial expenditure invoicing
* Coordinate with supply chain to optimize routes to market, availability, and waste reduction
* Provide and act on feedback, and maintain personal development plans
* Ensure safety, health, and welfare at work, acting with integrity and due diligence
Requirements
* Product development and attention to detail
* Strong collaboration and communication skills
* Negotiation skills for cost prices
* Effective presentation skills
* Data analysis and numeracy skills (MS Excel)
* Supplier management experience
* Critical path management
* Understanding market conditions and trends
* Self-motivated with enthusiasm and passion
Additional Information
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About us
At Tesco, we are a diverse company committed to making every day better for customers, colleagues, and communities worldwide. We support flexible working and are proud to be an inclusive employer. If you need support with your application or do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply.
Note: If you are not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, you might need a work permit. Please check our Blog for more information.
Applications should be submitted via the 'Apply now' button. We do not accept bank or payment details through applications.
Created on 27/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom
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