Assistant Buyer Level 2 - Kitchen (FTC Maternity Cover)
- Salary Competitive + Benefits
- Discipline Product and Trade
- Reference004427
- Contact NameSarah Beatham
The Assistant Buyer Level 2 role reports to a Buyer/Senior Buyer, working together to deliver the best ranges for our customer, as well as operating in the wider team structure such as Sourcing, Product Innovation and Merchandising. The role will have some degree of buying responsibility and is the first step to becoming a Buyer. Experience within Buying is a must!
What you’ll be responsible for as an Assistant Buyer Level 2:
Work with the Buyer or Senior Buyer on developing a customer centric range with the right price architecture and quality standards
Supplier liaison/relationships and cost price negotiation
Responsibility for critical path management
Day to day development and motivation of BAA’s under the guidance of the Buyer/Senior
Supporting the delivery of margin targets
Range planning supporting Buyers/Seniors
Reviewing weekly sales, with a focus on the best and worst sellers, trade actions and going after big product opportunities
Monitoring the homewares market and customer activity through competitive shops, sales and trend analysis
Involvement in product development attending supplier meetings
Attend and contribute to buying meeting
Regular website checks for product set up issues and fixing (where necessary)
What you will need to succeed as an Assistant Buyer Level 2:
Relevant work experience within Buying at Assistant Buyer or Buyers Admin Assistant Level
Excellent administrative, communication and organisation skills
Strong communication skills
Detail orientated