Job Description:

We are currently recruiting for a Buying Assistant to join the Head Office team of a well-established and growing retail business based in Plymouth.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with an interest in retail, buying and product development to join a busy commercial team, supporting the delivery and development of product ranges across a large retail operation.

Working closely with the Senior Buying team, you will provide both commercial and administrative support, helping to maximise sales, drive profitability and ensure the successful management of product ranges across stores.

This is a varied role suited to someone who is commercially minded, analytical and highly organised, with a keen interest in the retail sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the Senior Buying team in driving sales, maximising profitability and achieving stock and sales targets.
• Assisting with the sourcing, selection, listing and development of product ranges and promotional offers.
• Building and maintaining relationships with suppliers, ensuring product information and range details are accurate and up to date.
• Monitoring competitor activity, market trends and pricing to identify commercial opportunities.
• Researching, analysing and interpreting data to support buying decisions and develop commercial strategies.
• Ensuring all administrative, financial and system processes are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Producing regular reports and information for retail stores, providing ongoing support where required.
• Liaising with retail teams to ensure new product ranges and promotions are successfully introduced across stores.
• Supporting the wider buying function with day-to-day activities and project requirements.

About You

We are looking for a motivated and commercially aware individual who has a genuine interest in retail and would enjoy working in a fast-paced buying environment.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience within retail, buying, merchandising or a commercial administrative role would be advantageous.
• A genuine interest in the retail industry and an understanding of how retail businesses operate.
• Strong commercial awareness, with an ability to understand sales, stock and profitability.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to liaise with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Good numerical, analytical and written skills, with confidence working with data and reports.
• Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, including the ability to work with formulas, spreadsheets and graphs.
• A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to work independently as well as part of a wider team.
• A strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately to deadlines.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary.
• Company pension scheme.
• Employee discount.
• Long-service recognition and awards.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• The opportunity to develop your career within an established and growing retail business.

Interested?

If you have a passion for retail, strong analytical skills and are looking to develop your career within a buying or commercial team, we would love to hear from you.

If you are interested or have the relevant experience and are currently looking for a new challenge then please submit an up to date CV by clicking the ‘apply’ button.

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