Buying Administrator

As a result of our clients expansion 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.