We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded Junior Buyer to join a busy retail buying team based in Plymouth.
This is a great opportunity for someone with previous retail buying experience who enjoys identifying new trends, developing product ranges and working with suppliers to drive sales and profitability.
Working closely with the Buyer and wider internal teams, you will play an important role in selecting products, managing stock, analysing sales performance and identifying opportunities to improve and grow the department.
The Role
Your responsibilities will include:
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Supporting the development and selection of product ranges to maximise sales, market share and profitability.
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Working closely with the Buyer on projects, while also being confident taking ownership of your own workload.
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Contributing ideas for new products and range development, working alongside design and quality teams.
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Researching market trends, customer preferences, competitor activity and new product opportunities.
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Analysing sales figures and identifying opportunities to improve range performance.
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Monitoring sales, margins, stock levels and other key financial targets.
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Tracking stock and orders to ensure products are delivered as expected.
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Supporting and managing the workload of a small team.
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Building and maintaining relationships with suppliers in the UK, Europe and the Far East.
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Keeping up to date with market changes and emerging trends to ensure the product range remains competitive.
About You
To be considered, you will ideally have:
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Previous buying experience within a retail environment.
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Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of what makes a product successful.
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Confidence in product selection and buying decisions.
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Excellent communication and organisational skills.
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Strong analytical skills and good attention to detail.
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The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
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Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Outlook.
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A proactive approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Benefits
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Competitive salary.
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Pension scheme.
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Employee discount.
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Long service awards.
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Cycle to Work scheme.
Working Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 5:30pm.
Location: Plymouth full time on-site office based.
If you have the relevant experience as detailed, please submit an up to date CV by using the ‘apply’ button.
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