Buying Assistant

  • Michael Page Business Support
  • Barnsley, Yorkshire
  • Oct 29, 2025
Full time Administration

Job Description

  • To provide a full administration support service to the Buying Team
  • Contacting suppliers, Brands etc

Client Details

A great opportunity for a Buying Assistant to join a rapidly growing retailer. The business is looking to increase its market share over the next 12 months with growth plans, You will provide full administration to the Buying team, from product set up, rising purchase orders etc.

Description

  • To provide a full administration support service to the Buying Team
  • Contacting suppliers, Brands etc
  • Updating colleagues on lead times on a regular basis
  • Manage the customers sample process from start to finish.
  • To be fully responsible for ensuring costing sheets are completed, range plans updated, and company samples and orders are tracked in the required time frames.
  • To be responsible for all post-sale activity including any administration and follow up work in relation to purchase orders.
  • To quickly and accurately turn-round information, data, and documentation.
  • To be an integral part of the Buying team demonstrating excellent liaison and customer service skills to maximise supplier co-operation.
  • To raise and issue approved purchase orders.
  • To maintain and review on a weekly basis a clear and accurate purchase order book.

Profile

Administration experience

Excellent communication skills

Willingness to learn and grow with the business.

Job Offer

Free Parking

Close to transport links

Flexible working hours

Buying Assistant

Buying Assistant