Assistant Buyer
Type: Permanent
Reference: 225515085
Job Description:
Assistant Buyer
Leeds
£30,000 - £32,000
Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be partnering with a successful and growing business in Leeds to recruit an Assistant Buyer.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in buying, procurement, purchasing or commercial support who is looking to develop their career within buying and category management.
Working closely with Senior Buyers, Sales teams and suppliers, you’ll take responsibility for your own product categories while supporting commercial performance, pricing and supplier relationships.
Key responsibilities:
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Managing a portfolio of assigned product categories
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Monitoring category performance and identifying opportunities to improve sales and profitability
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Preparing customer quotations and pricing proposals
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Supporting Sales teams with product recommendations and product alternatives
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Responding to day-to-day product and pricing enquiries
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Maintaining accurate product, pricing and category data
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Monitoring supplier pricing and market trends
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Supporting supplier negotiations, range reviews and commercial projects
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Assisting with new product introductions and launches
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Liaising with international suppliers
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Gathering competitor and market intelligence
About you:
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Previous experience in buying, procurement, purchasing, commercial support or sales support
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Strong administration and organisational skills
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Excellent attention to detail and numerical ability
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Good commercial awareness
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Strong communication and relationship-building skills
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Good Excel and Microsoft Office skills
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Experience within wholesale, distribution, manufacturing or FMCG would be advantageous
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Knowledge of ERP or purchasing systems would be desirable
If you’re looking to take the next step in your buying or procurement career and want to join a successful business with excellent development opportunities, apply today or contact Elevation Recruitment Group for more information.
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leeds
Salary: £30,000 - £32,000
