Buying Assistant

Pertemps are proud to be recruiting on behalf of an ambitious, fast‑growing UK retailer with a strong national footprint and a proven track record of success. With continued expansion and exciting plans for the future, they’re now looking for a motivated Buying Assistant to join their Head Office team in Plymouth.

 
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a genuine interest in retail and buying to get hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced commercial environment, supporting experienced Senior Buyers and playing a real part in shaping product ranges seen by customers nationwide.

 
What you’ll be doing: 
As a Buying Assistant, you’ll be right at the heart of the buying function, helping to drive sales and profit through:

 

• Supporting the Senior Buying team to deliver sales, margin and stock targets

• Assisting with sourcing, developing and managing product ranges and promotional offers

• Liaising with suppliers and maintaining accurate product and range data

• Monitoring competitor activity and market trends

• Researching, analysing and interpreting data to support buying decisions

• Ensuring administrative, financial and system processes are completed accurately and on time

• Producing regular information and updates for stores

• Working closely with retail teams to ensure new ranges launch smoothly in stores

 
What we’re looking for: 

• A clear interest in retail and buying, with good commercial awareness

• Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with suppliers and internal teams

• Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to prioritise

• Comfortable working independently as well as part of a team

• Strong numerical, analytical and written skills

• Confident using Microsoft Excel, including formulas and graphs

What’s in it for you? 

• Company pension

• Employee discount

• Cycle to work scheme

• Long service awards

• The chance to build a long‑term career within a successful, growing business

The details: 

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:45am – 5:30pm

• Location: Plymouth, Devon

• Contract: Temporary to Permanent (12 week probation)

If you’re organised, commercially minded and looking to take the next step in a buying or retail career, this could be the perfect role for you.

 
Apply today or contact Chelsea Goodman in the Pertemps Plymouth branch.