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Buying Assistant

Page Personnel Secretarial & Business Support

Posted 13 hours ago, valid for 16 days

Barnsley, South Yorkshire S70 1XY, England

£20,000 - £24,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The Buying Assistant role involves supporting the Senior Buyer with orders, forecasts, cost negotiations, and supplier management.
The position is with a rapidly growing retailer aiming to expand its market share within the next 12 months.
Candidates should have experience as a buying assistant, assistant buyer, or in a similar role, along with a strong supply base background.
The job offers a competitive salary, free parking, and is conveniently located near transport links.
Applicants are expected to have strong Excel skills and excellent communication abilities, with prior experience in the field being essential.

You will provide essential support to the Senior Buyer by taking responsibility for orders, forecasts, some cost negotiation, and supplier management.

Client Details

A great opportunity for a Buying Assistant to join a rapidly growing retailer. The business is looking to increase its market share over the next 12 months with impressive growth plans. You will work with closely with the Senior Buyer and wider buying team.

Description

Raise purchase orders.
Running seasonal order status reports to maintain delivery schedules.
Checking that Shipment documentation is revived on time and actioned.
Communication with UK and overseas suppliers
Competitor analysis and benchmarking
Keep track of shipments and monitor stock levels
Cost Negotiation with new and existing suppliers

Profile

Currently working as a buying assistant, Assistant Buyer or similar
Experience working with a supply base
Strong excel skills
Excellent communication skills

Job Offer

Competitive Salary + Free Parking + Close to transport links + Progression Opportunities

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