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

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