At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Buying team in managing product data and ensuring smooth product launches.
- Company: Join a successful and growing Electrical business with a dynamic team.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, develop skills, and enjoy a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a fast-paced industry.
- Why this job: Be part of an exciting journey in product development and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and a passion for teamwork are essential.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Assistant Buyer Overview We are working with a successful and growing Electrical business who are looking for an Assistant Buyer to join their Buying team.
The Assistant Buyer will provide key administrative and operational support to the Buying function, helping to ensure product information, systems and processes are accurate, organised and delivered to critical path.
This is a highly organised and task-focused role, working closely with Buyers, Merchandising, Technical, Marketing and suppliers to ensure the smooth development and launch of product.
Assistant Buyer Responsibilities Supporting the Buying team throughout the product lifecycle, from initial brief through to product launch.
Managing and maintaining accurate product, pricing, and SKU data across internal systems.
Supporting and monitoring the critical path, ensuring key deadlines are met and highlighting any potential risks or delays.
Coordinating weekly critical path updates and communicating progress to the wider Buying team.
Coordinating technical assessments, reports, certificates, and approvals, ensuring these are completed accurately and on time.
Liaising with suppliers to obtain required information and following up on outstanding actions.
Supporting the accuracy and completeness of product listings and website information.
Coordinating the movement, organisation and tracking of samples.
Maintaining range plans and other key buying systems and documentation.
Collating and reviewing inspection reports, escalating any issues or risks where required.
Developing a strong understanding of the product range and supporting the wider product development process.
Providing administrative and organisational support to Buyers ahead of business trips, trade shows and key meetings.
Working closely with internal teams including Merchandising, Technical, Marketing and Product Development to ensure information is communicated accurately and deadlines are achieved.
Assistant Buyer Skills
Assistant Buyer - Electricals employer: Danielle Ward Recruitment
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