Buyer's Administrator

The Role

As a Buyer's Administrator at [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk], you will support the Diamond category team by setting up and monitoring the critical path for each product item. You will gather market information, analyse competitors and customers, and learn the buying process. A genuine interest in buying and commercial awareness is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all administration for the team is completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Build and maintain professional working relationships with suppliers.
• Responsible for all sample management.
• Co-ordinate quality control procedure for all new products.
• Co-ordinate and assist with all launch information for internal purposes and distribution to stores.
• Define and set up new lines and raise initial line orders for any launch.
• Participate in competitor activity monitoring at weekly, annual and seasonal levels.
• Deal with store requests and queries in an effective and timely manner.

About You

• Strong organisational skills, with proven ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Good numerical and analytical skills.
• Strong eye for detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels.
• Good team player.
• Flexible approach to work.
• Able to demonstrate a basic awareness of retailing, particularly buying.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous discount of up to 30% off our products from day one.
• Annual enhanced discount on your anniversary.
• Retirement Savings plans.
• Immediate Life Assurance.
• 22 days holiday per year increasing after a year's service.
• Recognised qualifications, study support and structured career progression.
• Health and Wellbeing Scheme.
• Financial Wellbeing scheme.
• Give As You Earn scheme.
• Real Rewards - exclusive discounts on groceries, travel and leisure.

About [Employer hidden]

[Employer hidden] is the name behind H. Samuel and Ernest Jones. Together, we have more than 270 stores in the UK and Republic of Ireland. We are part of the world's largest retailer of diamond jewellery with approximately 2,800 stores. [Employer hidden] is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Application Instructions

To apply, please complete the online application form on the Signet Jobs website. You will need to provide personal details, equality and diversity information, employment history, education, and upload your CV. All sections must be completed before submission.