Buying Assistant

Application Deadline: 15 October 2026

Department: Retail Procurement

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Dartmoor House Head Office

Reporting To: Head of Retail Procurement

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Retail Buying Assistant to join our Retail Procurement team. If you enjoy working collaboratively, building strong relationships, and supporting category performance, this is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact.

You’ll be part of a friendly, inclusive team that values accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement. This role offers variety and the chance to work closely with Product Managers, Merchandising, Marketing, and Stores to ensure our customers have the products they need, when they need them.

About The Role

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week, working Monday to Friday

As a Retail Buying Assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting procurement activities and category performance across our retail product ranges. You’ll help manage supplier relationships, analyse sales performance, and assist with planning and promotional activity.

Key responsibilities include

• Supporting Product Managers with range selection and product management

• Assisting with category stock management and planogram preparation

• Liaising with suppliers and stores to maintain strong relationships and product availability

• Analysing sales and margin performance and preparing updates for trading meetings

• Helping plan and monitor sales campaigns and promotional activity

• Maintaining accurate product and supplier files and supporting general administration

About You

• Previous experience in retail, commercial, or administration role (or transferable skills from a similar environment)

• Competent in Excel and sales analysis with strong IT skills

• Clear and effective communicator across teams and levels

• Collaborative team player who builds strong relationships

• Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced environment

• Proactive with a problem-solving mindset and strong organisational skills

• Commercially aware and committed to continuous learning

What We Offer

Scottish Widows contributory pension – company will match up to 5%

Up to 25% colleague discount in store

Free on‑site parking

33 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro‑rated for part-time colleagues)

Excellent training and development opportunities

Clear pathway to progress into a Product Manager role

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust

A comprehensive suite of colleague benefits

Enhanced Family Leave Policies

We may close this vacancy early if we find the right candidate, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.