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Buying Admin Assistant

Page Personnel Secretarial & Business Support
Posted 11 hours ago, valid for 18 days
Location

Salford, Greater Manchester M6 5BR

Salary

£22,000 - £26,400 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

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  • We are seeking a detail-oriented Buying Admin Assistant to support our retail department.
  • The ideal candidate should possess strong administrative skills and a keen interest in the retail industry, with at least 1 year of experience.
  • This position offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits, including 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
  • The role involves assisting the buying team with product orders, maintaining databases, and conducting market research.
  • If you are passionate about retail and eager to contribute, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

We are looking for a diligent and detail-oriented Buying Admin Assistant to join our retail department. The successful candidate will have excellent organisational skills and a keen interest in the retail industry.

Client Details

Our client is a medium-sized retail business specialising in Textiles & Homeware. With a headcount of about 200 employees, the company is headquartered in Worsley and prides itself on its strong commitment to value and customer service.

Description

  • Supporting the buying team in day-to-day administrative tasks
  • Assisting in the management of product orders and deliveries
  • Helping to maintain an accurate and up-to-date product database
  • Conducting market research to aid in buying decisions
  • Assisting in the preparation of reports and presentations
  • Communicating with suppliers and internal teams
  • Ensuring all purchasing documents and records are correctly filed
  • Contributing to the overall efficiency of the retail department

Profile

A successful Buying Admin Assistant should have:

  • A good standard of education, preferably with a focus on business or retail
  • Strong administrative and organisational skills
  • A keen eye for detail and a methodical approach to work
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
  • An interest in the retail industry and a desire to learn

Job Offer

  • Competitive Salary
  • Free Parking , Close to transport links
  • 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
  • Working Hours 8-4, or 9-5 with 4 o'clock finish on a Friday
  • Early Finish on your Birthday - plus a Birthday box surprise!
  • Access to Football tickets
  • Electric Charging points are available at our Head office.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth, including progression opportunities
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment
  • Employee discounts on our wide range of products.

If you are passionate about retail and looking for a role where you can make a real difference, we encourage you to apply for our Buying Admin Assistant position.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.