As Assistant Buyer you will be joining an established and growing catalogue and web based brand, located just outside Oxford. Offering a competitive salary, Monday to Friday hybrid working with two days WFH. the company who offer a lifestyle range, including clothing, homeware, jewellery and accessories. The role is full time and permanent. They have a friendly, supportive and collaborative culture working well together to achieve excellent results.
Purpose of the role: Supporting the Senior Homeware Buyer sourcing and managing a range of homeware products for two catalogues.
Key Responsibilities for the Assistant Buyer:
Support with the sourcing a range of homeware products, working to margin and quality
Support managing range of c250 skus per season, approx. 50% repeat lines
Sourcing you own product within domestic textiles, tabletop and toiletries
Liaising with suppliers, managing the relationship and communication to optimise efficient ordering and sample management
Negotiate cost price and terms with suppliers, commercial price points
Managing the busying process ensuring all lines are ready for launch and critical path is met
Maintain and develop in depth current knowledge of trends, competitor activities, retail prices
Logging all product information accurately
Organising samples for selection, range reviews and photo shoots
Writing accurate content for catalogue and websites
Resolving any customer or warehouse quality queries
Manage liaison with warehouse to ensure efficiency and quality
Key Skills Required for the Assistant Buyer:
Buyer experience from within homeware or gifting market
Ability to understand sales analysis
Commercial experience of product development as well as sourcing of the shelf product
Strong negotiating skills
Excellent planning and project coordination skills
Organised, used to working to deadlines
Confident communicator
Work well under pressure and able to multitask
Adaptable in a changing environment
Strong IT skills, particularly excel
Able to work on own initiative
Own transport essential, due to remote location
What’s in it for you?
A competitive salary
Working as part of a supportive and collaborative team
Training progression and personal development
Standard office hours Monday - Friday
Hybrid working two days WFH, working 100% onsite during selection
20 days holiday increasing with each year to a max of 25
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Buyer - Midlands – Reputable Hospitality Business - £50K + Benefits Job Role: BuyerLocation: MidlandsSalary: £50K + Benefits My client is a reputable hospitality group who have a fantastic portfolio of sites and ambitious plans to keep growing this. They are seeking a Buyer to join their team. The Buyer will be responsible for managing the procurement function of the group, whilst maintaining and nurturing relationships with existing suppliers and seeking opportunities with new suppliers to enhance the business position across all buying categories.This is well suited for Asisstant Buyers with strong multi-category knowledge who are ambitious for exposure and progression opportunities within a growing business.Responsibilities include:
Analysing brand and supplier performance to KPIs and benchmarking within each marketAnalysing SKU performance and working with the operations team to optimise marketing support and opportunities with suppliers.Work with internal & external stakeholders to implement new systems and arranged workshops to discuss requirements with different departments, systems functionalities, and map processes.Work with wider teams to support and provide procurement solutions as required.Presenting back solutions to internal customers and concluding contracts with suppliers -Develop and implement category strategies and establish strategic relationships with suppliers.Identify cost savings opportunities through alternative product and service sourcing and continually challenge the supplier base for innovation and cost optimisation to provide value for money.Project management of report migration to cloud-based analytics software.Negotiate, Drive and manage rebate program (including financial expectations and impact of change of brands on bar etc).
The Ideal Buyer Candidate:
Must have a minimum of 5 years purchasing experience working in a multi-site hospitality environment.Have excellent category knowledge.Have a hands-on approach with strong negotiation and admin skills.Good communication and organisation skills.
If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CV’s to Mikey at COREcruitment / mikey@corecruitment.comJob Role: BuyerLocation: MidlandsSalary: £50K + Benefits COREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia. To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities. Likewise, if you are looking to recruit then we would love to hear from you. Follow COREcruitment on your favourite social networks - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram....Read more...
Interim Food Buyer – Immediate Requirement - 6 Months+ Contract - Leading Hospitality Group - £55K + BenefitsRole: Interim Food BuyerContract: 6 MonthsLocation: Hybrid (London HQ 2 days a week)Salary: £50-55K + BenefitsMy client is a well-established leading hospitality group who have a fantastic reputation and an incredible portfolio of 250+ sites across the UK.They are currently seeking an Interim Food Buyer to join their team immediately. The successful Food Buyer, reporting into the Procurement Manager, will be responsible for the entire food category function; maintaining and nurturing relationships with existing suppliers while seeking opportunities with new suppliers to enhance the business position across all buying categories.This is an immediate requirement and a 6-month FTC, however there will be the opportunity to make this permanent for the right person.Responsibilities include:
Business cost saving initiatives: Support the Procurement Manager and/or independently challenging costs within the business to find cost savings and efficiencies across buying categories.Ability to run competitive and gap analysis in all procurement exercises.Manage and support day-to-day communications with our internal and external customers.Critical path management – ensuring products are available in a timely manner for both product launches and day to day business.Managing logistics of new product set-up with third party logistics partner or direct deliveries
The Ideal Food Buyer Candidate:
Must be available at short notice!Have a minimum of 5 years procurement experience within the hospitality/ food industry or food related sectors, ideally covering multiple categories.Experienced in fast paced procurement.CIPS qualified is desirable.Must have experience leading tender processes.Experienced in developing category strategy and strategic sourcing.Have a hands-on approach with strong negotiation and admin skills.Good communication and organisation skills.
If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CVs to Mikey at COREcruitment / Mikey@corecruitment.comRole: Interim Food BuyerContract: 6 MonthsLocation: Hybrid (London HQ 2 days a week)Salary: £50-55K + Benefits COREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia. To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities. Likewise, if you are looking to recruit then we would love to hear from you. Follow COREcruitment on your favourite social networks - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram ....Read more...
The Opportunity Hub is actively seeking Toy Buyer (1 year contract) to join a leading Toy suppliers company based in Amersham. You must have experience with Buying Toys, with far east sourcing experience. Your primary responsibility will be to guarantee that all products conceived and overseen meet technical, pricing, production, and end-consumer criteria. If you're someone who just love toys, it's a plus for you!Toy Buyer (1 year Contract, based in Amersham, Salary: £32-36k)*FTC opportunities at this company have a high probability of becoming permanent*Here's what you'll be doing:Collaborating with merchandisers, supply chain, and QA personnel to ensure projects are delivered within budget, meet specifications, and adhere to ethical and safety standards.Daily coordination with the HK office, factories, QA, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful Product Development Review (PDR) processes.Working alongside the Design team to brainstorm new concepts, product ideas, artwork, packaging solutions, and approve overall packaging designs.Developing proposals for product ranges, including SKU numbers, pricing structures, and planogram solutions.Creating and finalising product specifications and related documentation.Researching and identifying new product opportunities in collaboration with merchandisers and suitable factories.Ensuring new products are cost-effective and meet target return on investment (ROI).Supervising, directing, and evaluating team tasks, while adjusting resources as needed.Proactively identifying and resolving project issues, with a focus on finding creative solutions.Presenting products, ranges, and categories to customers.Analysing customer retail sales data and evaluating product performance.Here are the skills you'll need:Demonstrated experience in the Toy/Gift Industry, including familiarity with Far East sourcing and negotiation.Strong ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks, projects, and team members in a fast-paced environment.Effective leadership skills to drive innovation and cost-effective solutions for products and packaging.Experience with sourcing, manufacturing, purchasing, and cost analysis for toy consumer products and licensed brands.Collaboration experience with creative professionals (designers) within a company.Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation abilities.Hands-on approach to problem-solving and teamwork.Meticulous attention to detail.Strong analytical skills with a numerical aptitude and a genuine passion for products.Proactive and enthusiastic attitude toward challenges, with a focus on finding solutions and handling situations with maturity.Here are the benefits of the job:Competitive Salary of £32-36k DOECollaborate closely with diverse stakeholders to bring exciting products to market.Gain valuable experience in managing the entire product lifecycle, from conception to delivery.This sector allows individuals to bring joy and entertainment to people of all ages through the development of imaginative and captivating products. Moreover, working in this industry offers exposure to global markets, fostering collaboration with diverse teams and suppliers worldwide.Work Permissions:You must possess the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is unavailable at this time.....Read more...
The Opportunity Hub is actively seeking Toy Buyer (1 year contract) to join a leading Toy suppliers company based in Amersham. You must have experience with Buying Toys, with far east sourcing experience. Your primary responsibility will be to guarantee that all products conceived and overseen meet technical, pricing, production, and end-consumer criteria. If you're someone who just love toys, it's a plus for you!Toy Buyer (1 year Contract, based in Amersham, Salary: £32-36k)*FTC opportunities at this company have a high probability of becoming permanent*Here's what you'll be doing:Collaborating with merchandisers, supply chain, and QA personnel to ensure projects are delivered within budget, meet specifications, and adhere to ethical and safety standards.Daily coordination with the HK office, factories, QA, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful Product Development Review (PDR) processes.Working alongside the Design team to brainstorm new concepts, product ideas, artwork, packaging solutions, and approve overall packaging designs.Developing proposals for product ranges, including SKU numbers, pricing structures, and planogram solutions.Creating and finalising product specifications and related documentation.Researching and identifying new product opportunities in collaboration with merchandisers and suitable factories.Ensuring new products are cost-effective and meet target return on investment (ROI).Supervising, directing, and evaluating team tasks, while adjusting resources as needed.Proactively identifying and resolving project issues, with a focus on finding creative solutions.Presenting products, ranges, and categories to customers.Analysing customer retail sales data and evaluating product performance.Here are the skills you'll need:Demonstrated experience in the Toy/Gift Industry, including familiarity with Far East sourcing and negotiation.Strong ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks, projects, and team members in a fast-paced environment.Effective leadership skills to drive innovation and cost-effective solutions for products and packaging.Experience with sourcing, manufacturing, purchasing, and cost analysis for toy consumer products and licensed brands.Collaboration experience with creative professionals (designers) within a company.Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation abilities.Hands-on approach to problem-solving and teamwork.Meticulous attention to detail.Strong analytical skills with a numerical aptitude and a genuine passion for products.Proactive and enthusiastic attitude toward challenges, with a focus on finding solutions and handling situations with maturity.Here are the benefits of the job:Competitive Salary of £32-36k DOECollaborate closely with diverse stakeholders to bring exciting products to market.Gain valuable experience in managing the entire product lifecycle, from conception to delivery.This sector allows individuals to bring joy and entertainment to people of all ages through the development of imaginative and captivating products. Moreover, working in this industry offers exposure to global markets, fostering collaboration with diverse teams and suppliers worldwide.Work Permissions:You must possess the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is unavailable at this time.....Read more...
