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Assistant Buyer - Giftwrap - Part time - 3-4 days a week
Sector: Retail and Wholesale | Role: Assistant | Contract Type: Permanent | Hours: Full Time
About the role
We are recruiting a Part-Time Assistant Buyer to join our Giftwrap team within the Home department at Tesco. As a leading multinational retailer, Tesco offers a dynamic environment where you will work alongside a Buying Manager to plan and deliver profitable ranges that meet customer needs.
This position is ideal for an Assistant Buyer seeking part-time hours, 3-4 days per week.
Responsibilities
* Support the development of a long-term, customer-led category plan to enhance loyalty.
* Conduct store and website visits, review customer insights and trends to inform product and range decisions.
* Assist in building and sourcing ranges based on customer and market insights, and support product innovation.
* Negotiate with suppliers with managerial support to improve trading conditions sustainably.
* Contribute to the department's trade, promotions, marketing, and events plans to exceed KPIs and increase footfall.
* Coordinate with Tesco Business Services and Supply Chain to ensure timely product availability across channels.
* Work with suppliers and the quality team to maintain product standards.
* Manage commercial income, ensure accurate invoicing, and handle over-charges, under-charges, and aged debt weekly.
* Oversee artwork and POS development and management.
* Adhere to Tesco policies, storage, and handover protocols, completing all required training.
* Manage GHS setup.
Requirements
* Influencing and negotiation skills
* Stakeholder management
* Supplier management
* Support in buying and range planning
* Trade planning skills
* Data analysis proficiency
* Microsoft Office skills
* Clear presentation skills
What’s in it for you?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* Annual bonus scheme up to 10% of salary
* Starting holiday entitlement of 25 days plus a personal day and bank holidays
* 26 weeks full pay maternity and adoption leave after 1 year of service, followed by statutory pay; 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave
* Free 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme, and mental wellbeing support
About Us
At Tesco, we are more than a supermarket—we are a technology company, mobile network, and community supporter. Our goal is to improve everyday life for customers, colleagues, and communities worldwide. We promote a flexible work environment, with 60% of workweek in-office or onsite and the rest remote. We welcome all applicants, including those requiring accessible recruitment processes. For support, visit our accessibility page or contact us for assistance.
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