Contact Michael Page
Michael Page
Buying Assistant
Barnsley, South Yorkshire
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 22 hours ago
- Salary
- £26,000 - 32,000 - Annum
- Recruiter
- Michael Page
- Closes
- 11 Oct 2025
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
To provide a full administration support service to the Buying Team
Contacting suppliers, Brands etcClient Details
A great opportunity for a Buying Assistant to join a rapidly growing retailer. The business is looking to increase its market share over the next 12 months with growth plans, You will provide full administration to the Buying team, from product set up, rising purchase orders etc.
Description
To provide a full administration support service to the Buying Team
Contacting suppliers, Brands etc
Updating colleagues on lead times on a regular basis
Manage the customers sample process from start to finish.
To be fully responsible for ensuring costing sheets are completed, range plans updated, and company samples and orders are tracked in the required time frames.
To be responsible for all post-sale activity including any administration and follow up work in relation to purchase orders.
To quickly and accurately turn-round information, data, and documentation.
To be an integral part of the Buying team demonstrating excellent liaison and customer service skills to maximise supplier co-operation.
To raise and issue approved purchase orders.
To maintain and review on a weekly basis a clear and accurate purchase order book.
Profile
Administration experience
Excellent communication skills
Willingness to learn and grow with the business.
Job Offer
Free Parking
Close to transport links
Flexible working hours
Buying Assistant
Buying Assistant
Ad ID: 5416932485
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