Role: Buying Assistant
Location: Nottingham
Salary: Up to £25k
Hours: Monday to Friday
Type: Permanent

We are looking for a Buying Assistant to join a leading provider within the convenience and retail sector on a full-time permanent basis.

What are we looking for

• At least 2 years buying experience with retail
• An understanding of international trade processes is desirable
• Full UK drivers license to attend events and exhibitions when required
• Willingness to travel
• Would be advantageous if you could speak Mandarin but this is not a deal breaker
• Previous experience working with suppliers in the UK, Europe and Far East would be advantageous
• An understanding of total cost modelling and cost breakdown
• Ability to negotiate prices and contracts.

What will you be doing?

• Provide administrative support in all aspects of the buying process, including supplier and stake holder liaison, sample management and quality assurance
• Gather product information from suppliers and inputting them into the system
• Resolve customer queries and concerns and are addressed by working in unison with Customer Services and suppliers
• Support the Buyer in Critical Path management
• Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs
• Research potential vendors
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery
• Update internal databases with order details (dates, vendors, quantities, discounts)
• Conduct market research to identify pricing trends
• Evaluate offers from vendors and negotiate better prices
• Prepare cost analyses
• Maintain updated records of invoices and contracts
• Follow up with suppliers, as needed, to confirm or change orders
• Liaise with warehouse staff to ensure all products arrive in good condition
• Ensuring all materials are purchased on time, to specification, and at the best price available
• Negotiating with suppliers and building long term relationships
• Liaising with planning and production staff for forecasting purposes
• Coordinating deliveries and maintaining suitable stock levels
• Making sure stock is rotated effectively and waste minimised
• Identifying new and alternative sources of supply for products and making recommendations to the buyer
• Budgeting and forecasting accurately

If you are looking for a new role that can offer development and have the above experience, get in touch today!!!