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Buying Administrator

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Posted a month ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Plymouth, Devon PL4 6DX, England

Salary

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are seeking a dynamic Buying Administrator to support the Senior Buying team in driving sales and achieving stock targets.
  • The ideal candidate should have experience in retail, with strong administrative and organizational skills, and be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
  • A degree is preferred but not essential, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.
  • The position offers a competitive salary, along with benefits such as a pension, employee discount, and flexible working options.
  • Candidates should have at least a few years of relevant experience in a sales administration role.

As a result of our clientsexpansion plans, and our continued ongoing success we are seeking a dynamic Buying Administrator.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Senior Buying team to drive sales, maximize profit and achieve stock and sales targets.
  • Assist in sourcing, listing, managing and developing product ranges and promotional offers.
  • Liaise with suppliers to manage ranges and maintain the product file.
  • Monitor competitor activity.
  • Research, compile and interpret data to formulate strategies as required.
  • Ensure all relevant administrative, financial and system procedures are completed accurately and within agreed timescales.
  • Produce regular information for, liaise with and provide support for stores.
  • Liaise with our retail staff to ensure implementation of new ranges into stores happens seamlessly

Knowledge and Skills:

  • A degree is preferred but not essential.
  • You must be able to demonstrate knowledge of and an interest in retail.
  • Excellent commercial understanding and communication skills are a priority.
  • You will be committed and confident with strong administrative, organisational and prioritisation skills.
  • You will be comfortable working both individually and with a team.
  • You will have proficient written, numerical/analytical and PC skills.
  • Confident with Microsoft Excel and capable of working with formulas and graphs

What we offer:

  • Competitive salary
  • Pension
  • Long service awards
  • Employee discount
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Flexible and Hybrid working

This role would suit an experienced sales administrator looking for a new challenge in the retail buying industry.

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