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Assistant Buyer
Gloucester
£25,000-£30,000 DOE
About the RoleI am seeking an Assistant Buyer to play an integral part in managing inventory and supporting stock replenishment for my Gloucester based client. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to take the next step in their career within supply chain, and join a progressive and support team!
About you:
- Previous experience in a similar role (Assistant Buyer, Stock Controller, or related positions)
- A desire to learn and develop
- Strong organisational skills with excellent time management abilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.)
- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and drive
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to communicate at all levels
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail and problem-solving ability
- Experience with SAGE (desirable but not essential)
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with placing purchase orders and managing stock replenishment processes
- Monitor and manage inventory levels across various locations
- Ensure products are available on time and within budget
- Support forecasting activities and adjust for new sales trends
- Maintain accurate records and data for all stock-related activities
- Produce reports and analysis as requested
- Monitoring overseas shipments and ensuring all necessary paperwork is processed for customs
- Keeping up-to-date with industry trends and adjusting forecasts based on sales and marketing data
- Participate in meetings and contribute to decision-making processes
- Occasionally visit warehouses, factories, or suppliers when required
What’s in it for you?
- Company events
- Company pension plan
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Interested? Send your most up-to-date CV to Ellie at i2i Recruitment today!Our mission of 'Making Recruitment Personal’ also means making recruitment fair. As a result, we are committed to reviewing every application with a sense of diversity and inclusion. We strive to personally connect with each applicant, but due to current circumstances, this is not always possible. If you haven't received a response within 5 working days, please understand that your application has not been successful on this occasion.We strive to personally connect with each applicant, but due to current circumstances, this is not always possible. If you haven’t received a response within 5 working days, please understand that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
