At a Glance
- Tasks: Support our retail team by managing product ranges and liaising with suppliers.
- Company: Join a dynamic retail company focused on growth and teamwork.
- Benefits: Earn bonuses, enjoy discounts, and benefit from health plans and pension contributions.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in buying while making a real impact in retail.
- Qualifications: Organised, detail-oriented, and eager to learn Excel and retail processes.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 25000 £ per year.
Looking to start or grow your career in Buying? We’re looking for a highly organised and proactive Buyer’s Administrative Assistant to support our fast-paced retail team. You’ll play a key role in keeping our buying operation running smoothly—working with suppliers, supporting product ranges, and helping drive store performance across the UK & Ireland.
Benefits:
- Bonus - Earn up to 10% bonus on top of your salary
- 25 days holiday - Plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days to suit your needs
- Up to 25% in-store discount
- Cash Plan - Claim back everyday health costs like dental, optical, and physio.
- Pension - We’ll top up your future with up to 3% monthly contribution to your pension pot.
- Life assurance - Protection for your loved ones with 2x your base salary in life cover, just in case.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Creating and updating product ranges and supplier data across all categories
- Liaising with suppliers, stores, and internal teams to ensure smooth operations
- Owning database quality processes (templates, supplier listings, trackers and calendars)
- Supporting stores with range updates, pricing changes, and promotions
- Producing reports for trade meetings, performance analysis, and supplier reviews
- Sending monthly sales reports to suppliers
- Managing credit notes, price discrepancies, and invoicing processes
- Monitoring competitor activity through price surveys and reporting
- Working with Marketing to support campaigns and ensure product launches go live online
- Providing ad hoc support to Buyers and the Buying Manager
What We Are Looking For:
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Confident using Excel (or keen to learn)
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Interest in retail and buying
We welcome and consider all applicants regardless of their background and can ensure all candidates will receive a fair and equal treatment.
Buyer Admin Assistant employer: Lagardère Travel Retail
Join a dynamic retail team where your organisational skills will shine as a Buyer’s Administrative Assistant. With a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth, you’ll enjoy benefits like a generous bonus scheme, extensive holiday options, and a strong pension plan, all while contributing to the success of our operations across the UK & Ireland. This role not only offers meaningful work but also the chance to develop your career in a fast-paced environment that values teamwork and innovation.
