At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive sales by making impactful buying decisions and planning promotional activities.
- Company: Join one of the UK's largest independent power & hand tool suppliers with a friendly atmosphere.
- Benefits: Enjoy 28-33 days holiday, employee discounts, pension scheme, and on-site gym.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with supportive management and clear pathways for progression.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team where your ideas shape product success and career growth.
- Qualifications: Experience in buying or a similar commercial role with strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
ITS are one of the largest independent power & hand tool suppliers in the UK with a hugely successful online presence and retail operation with ambitious plans for future growth and development. Our company prides itself on its strong work ethic, friendly and sociable atmosphere with a management structure that is supportive and keen to encourage internal progression.
Location: Harlow (Office-Based Role)
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: Head of Core Categories / Commercial Manager
This isn’t your standard buying role. We’re not here to offer just another procurement job where you tick boxes or just press buttons – you’re making the calls that drive sales – fast.
At ITS, buying means having commercial instincts, understanding the market and being ahead of the competition to exceed brand and margin targets. Alongside negotiating keen cost prices with suppliers, you’ll be shaping product ranges, setting sell-out prices, and planning weekly promotional activity that keeps us ahead of the competition both online and in-store.
We’re a fast-paced, close-knit, ideas-driven team where the right personality in the office matters just as much as the experience.
- Has commercial instinct to turn buying decisions into sales
- Monitor category performance and forecast
- Plan and execute promotional activity across the website and in stores
- Regular use of spreadsheets, pivot tables, and data to make informed commercial decisions
- Switching between team projects and solo work to meet deadlines
- Commercial awareness with a deep understanding of the target market and market pricing
- Primarily desk-based with use of Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and other internal software for analysis, pricing, and reporting
- Experience in buying, selling, or a similar commercial role
This role offers the opportunity to directly contribute to the direction and success of key product categories, with clear pathways for career progression and personal development.
If you think you have the drive and passion to excel in this role and have the appropriate skills and experience we would love to hear from you.
Benefits include:
- 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank holidays) which increases with length of service up to 33 days
- Employee Discount
- Pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free secure on-site parking
- Great facilities with free tea/coffee
- Company & ad-hoc team social events
- On-site Gym
Locations
Purchasing Controller / Buyer in Essex, Harlow employer: ITS
ITS Building People is an excellent employer for Groundworkers in Bicester, offering a supportive work culture and a commitment to employee growth within the construction industry. With long-term contracts and opportunities for overtime, employees can enjoy a stable work environment while honing their skills on diverse projects. The company's focus on safety and professionalism ensures that workers are well-equipped and valued, making it a rewarding place to build a career.
