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Buying Assistant

Pertemps Plymouth Commercial

Posted 6 days ago, valid for 19 days

Plymouth, Devon PL7 1RF, England

£30,000 - £36,000 per annum

Full Time

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

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Sonic Summary

Our client in Plymouth is seeking a Buying Assistant to join their Head Office team in a temporary to permanent role.
The position requires a passion for retail, outstanding communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in a similar role and a keen eye for market trends.
The role offers a competitive salary, along with benefits such as a pension scheme and employee discounts.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment while supporting the Senior Buying team.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career with an exciting opportunity in retail buying? Our client, a leading company in Plymouth, is on the lookout for a dynamic and dedicated Buying Assistant to join their Head Office team. With a culture of success and continuous growth, this is your chance to make a real impact in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.This is a temporary to permanent opportunity, based in Derriford, Plymouth, UK.Your Key Responsibilities:As a Buying Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the Senior Buying team to:

Drive sales and achieve stock and sales targets.
Source, manage, and develop product ranges and promotional offers.
Collaborate with suppliers to maintain and enhance product offerings.
Analyse market trends and competitor activity to keep ahead of the curve.
Compile and interpret data to shape impactful strategies.
Ensure smooth operations by completing administrative, financial, and system processes on time.
Support retail staff with seamless implementation of new ranges in stores.

What You Bring to the Table:

A passion for retail and a keen eye for market trends.
Outstanding communication skills and commercial savvy.
Exceptional organisational, administrative, and prioritisation abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and graphs.
A collaborative yet independent work style, ready to excel both on your own and as part of a team.

What’s in it for You?Joining our client means joining a team that values your contributions and supports your growth. Enjoy benefits like:

A competitive salary.
Pension scheme for a secure future.
Long-service awards to celebrate your dedication.
Employee discounts on a range of products.
Access to the cycle-to-work scheme for eco-friendly commuting

Please APPLY now to avoid missing out, or contact Chelsea Goodman in the Pertemps Plymouth office.

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