assistant buyer Work, Jobs in bradford (with Salaries)

Assistant Buyer
One Beyond Retail Limited —Barnsley
- £35,000 - £36,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- In-person
Quick apply
8d
Assistant Buyer
Ben Sherman Head Office —Leeds
- Full-time
- Presentation skills
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
Quick apply
1d
Buyers Admin Assistant
Footasylum —Rochdale
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Analysis skills
- Organisational skills
1d
Junior Buyer - Appliances
Buy It Direct —Huddersfield
- Up to £31,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Analysis skills
- Negotiation
- Free parking
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Senior Buying Assistant / Graduate - Appliances
Buy It Direct —Huddersfield
- Up to £28,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Quick apply
6d

Discover related jobs

Based on your search for assistant buyer jobs.

Buyer
YPO —Wakefield
Collaborating with sales, marketing and colleagues across the organisation to continuously develop the service and product range to meet the needs of customers…
£41,771 - £45,091 a year
Buyer
BAE Systems —Preston
Work within a high-security environment, supporting both pre and post contract administration activities. Manage supplier and stakeholder queries during pre-…
£40,000 a year
2d

I want to receive the latest job alerts for assistant buyer in bradford

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Assistant Buyer

One Beyond Retail Limited -
Barnsley

Quick apply

Job details

Full-time
£35,000 - £36,000 a year
8 days ago

Qualifications

Sourcing
Microsoft Excel
Procurement
Microsoft Office
Purchasing
Communication skills
Negotiation

Full job description

Role Overview

Joining one of the UK’s fastest growing value retailers as an Assistant Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the FMCG buying team to drive sales and profitability. This position is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for identifying gaps, negotiating costs, and delivering exceptional value to the business.

You will be part of a thriving buying team in an multi-channel business as we embark on our next stage of growth and to also adapt to an challenging market.

**Excellent opportunities for internal progression and development**

Key Responsibilities

Cost Price Negotiations: Conduct intense and strategic cost price negotiations with suppliers to secure the best possible deals while maintaining product quality.
Product Sourcing: Identify and source high-value clearance products from UK and European traders, wholesalers, and other suppliers to meet business requirements.
Account Management: Take ownership of smaller supplier accounts, fostering strong relationships and driving sales through proactive engagement and management.
Market Awareness: Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activity/pricing, and market dynamics to identify opportunities for new product lines and value-driven sourcing strategies.
Stock Management: Collaborate with the merchandising and supply chain teams to ensure timely stock delivery, appropriate inventory levels, and alignment with business needs.
Data Analysis: Monitor sales performance, evaluate the profitability of products, and use insights to inform future buying decisions.
Supplier Relationships: Develop and maintain effective relationships with suppliers, ensuring that they meet the company’s standards for quality, delivery, and pricing.
Administrative Support: Assist with the preparation of purchase orders, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with procurement processes.

Key Skills and Attributes

Strong negotiation skills with a proven ability to drive cost efficiencies.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Commercial awareness with a good understanding of trading environments in the UK.
Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to take initiative.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Knowledge of purchasing or retail systems is desirable.

Experience and Qualifications

Applicants MUST have two years buying FMCG experience.
Familiarity with sourcing clearance products or working with UK and European suppliers is advantageous.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £35,000.00-£36,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

Two years buying experience?
Have you worked across FMCG categories previously?

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Quick apply

Refine Your Search

assistant buyer jobs in bradford

Assistant Buyer

Assistant Buyer

Buyers Admin Assistant

Junior Buyer - Appliances

Senior Buying Assistant / Graduate - Appliances

Discover related jobs

I want to receive the latest job alerts for assistant buyer in bradford

Explore jobs in more locations

Jobseeker tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected