Assistant Buyer, Office Angels

Office Angels

Location:
United Kingdom, Leicester

Category:
Purchasing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

29000.00 - 32000.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

We are recruiting for an experienced person that has either worked in procurement or buying who would like to make the move to eventually become a buyer as my client can offer support and training. As the Assistant Buyer you will be part of a small team and you will be provided with parking reporting into a Manager. As the Junior Buyer you will work in a very relaxed office as part of an existing team.

Job Responsibility:

Manage existing categories, buying specific products in line with demand
Regularly review performance indicators, such as sales and to spot new trends
Plan for additional product opportunities
Manage plans for stock levels
Meet with suppliers, negotiate capacity, pricing and terms
Maintain and further develop existing supplier relationships, whilst identifying opportunity and sourcing new routes
Liaise with other departments to ensure launches and ongoing deliveries are executed on time
Work alongside buying colleagues to appraise the supply base, and mutually agree new team sourcing direction
Share key sales data within the business to maximise wider opportunities for entry, growth or retraction in specific areas
Monitor commodity pricing closely and ensure best pricing is obtained to deliver savings/improved profits for our clients
Conduct occasional visits to stores, trade fairs and suppliers

Requirements:

Previous buying / procurement experience
Strong analytical skills
Negotiation skills, ability to network and influence people
A confident communicator, with strong team working and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently to reach team goals
Numeracy skills and IT proficiency
Comprehensive understanding of Excel
Good organisation skills and able to multitask, to deliver new and ongoing projects
Ability to make quick, but informed decisions, and meet tight deadlines
Manage sample development and approval
Commercial awareness, creative flair and a 'can do' attitude

What we offer:

30 days paid holiday including bank holidays
Onsite fitness facilities
Contributable company pension scheme

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
September 17, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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