Assistant Buyer - Retail

at  Buy It Direct

Job Advert
Role: Assistant Buyer
Location: Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
Salary: Up to £30,000 DOE plus Bonus
Benefits: Bonus up to £3,000 per annum, staff discount, birthday off after a year’s service, health cash plan scheme.
At Buy It Direct, we’re redefining the eCommerce landscape. Starting from humble beginnings, we’ve grown into one of the UK’s largest and fastest-growing online retailers, and we’re just getting started!
Our Appliances Direct team is dedicated to delivering an unparalleled range of products to our customers. We’re looking for a talented, results-driven Assistant Buyer to join us on this exciting journey. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to influence market trends, this could be the perfect role for you!

• Range Selection: Assist the Buyer in data-driven range planning, aligning product choices with seasonal trends and customer demands.
• Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, support negotiations, and ensure smooth operations.
• Market Analysis: Conduct market research and trend analysis to inform buying decisions, keeping us ahead of competitors.
• Sales & Performance Reporting: Track sales performance, provide actionable insights, and drive category profitability.
• Marketing Coordination: Work closely with the marketing team to ensure accurate and timely promotion of key products.
• Stock Management: Oversee stock levels, manage turnover, and minimise waste through strategic planning.