Average Assistant Buyer salary in the UK

Quest Search & Selection are currently working with a leading supplier in the fashion and footwear industry. They are looking for a Buyer to join the team. Key responsibilities of this Buyer: Assist with sourcing, developing, and delivering a commercially focused and well balance product range alongside the Junior Merchandiser.Aim to develop ranges to maximise sales and profit aligned to brand market position/ value.Continually exceed customer expectations through delivering a consistent , commercial , well-balanced range and attend sign-off meetingsWork as part of a team with merchandising, design & QA. Negotiations with suppliers and factories directly focusing on margin management and cementing a long-term relationship with suppliers. Build effective working relationships across the business and developing team members at a BAA/AB level Key requirements of this Buyer: Ideally 3 plus years Buying experience in junior buyer or buyer level.Ideally have experience in fashion, Accessories or footwear but other categories will be considered.Previously been involved in NPD.Strong communication, presentation and influencing skills are essential. Benefits included for this Buyer: Great Head Office environment (this is an office-based role)HolidaysPensionFree Parking If you are interested in this position and you have the relevant experience, please send you cv details today quoting the reference. no JO-2403-111329/B We request that candidates send their CV as a Microsoft Word document where possible. Quest Search and Selection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Buyer Kettering (hybrid) Permanent Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week £30 - 35,000 plus company bonus & excellent benefits package Are you an Assistant Buyer or working within Category Management and looking to progress? Would you like to work in a more autonomous role and lead negotiations? If so, this challenging Buyer role could be an ideal venture for you. Working alongside a Category Manager, you would be responsible for managing your own fast paced category from sourcing, negotiating & tenders, ensuring that margins are improved and maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction. Key responsibilities for the Buyer include: Assist with and help resolve any pricing or invoice queries, supply chain and internal sales problems that might arise on a day-to-day basis.Prepare and send out enquiries to suppliers, ensuring quotes are returned in the required template and timelines.From receipt of enquiries, prepare a commercial summary with supplier recommendationsMake decisions related to supplier selection and pricing negotiations.Manage all compliance information and update online portals.Conduct professional presentations giving the category view and compelling offer for products, expertise and service. Skills and experience required from the Buyer include: Proven buying and purchasing track recordExperience within a fast-paced, multi site environment.CIPS equivalent or working towards would be highly desirableGreat relationship builder with the ability to balance requirements of different stakeholders.A self-starter with an enquiring mindCommercially astute and highly analyticalExcellent presentation and communication skillsStrong Excel skills are desirable. If you have the relevant experience we are looking for, we would like to hear from you. Please note, due to the high volumes of applications we receive daily, should you not be contacted within 72 hours, your application is unsuccessful. Impact Recruitment is working as an employment agency on behalf of our client. All responses will be managed in line with the new GDPR regulations.

Your new companyAn SME Manufacturer is looking to hire a Buyer for its expanding business. The company has a very great people culture, open and approachable work atmosphere. You can look forward to a forward-looking company implementing lean processes and working with friendly colleagues and a supportive manager!Your new role Opportunity to take on wider remit of responsibilities in purchasing and supply chainMRP, BoM, supply chain processesUnderstanding of manufacturing processes and technical drawingsDeveloping relationships with stakeholders and suppliers What you'll need to succeed 4-5 years' Purchasing experienceStrong communication and relationship building skillsProactive, go-getter personalityEnjoys working in fast-paced environment What you'll get in return Friendly work environment with great people culture (low employee turnover)Supportive team managerFully onsite based with Fridays early finish!Salary circa £35,000 + benefits including car scheme What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, please email your updated CVwith your current salary, desired salary, notice period and post code. **Applicable candidates must have a Right to Work in U.K.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact me for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk