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Permanent

Buying Assistant

Harris Lord Recruitment
South Croydon
money-bag £28000/annum
Posted: 15 June 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 15 July 2026
Ref: 225250735

A fantastic opportunity for a graduate or entry level candidate looking to build a career in buying, merchandising, product development or commercial operations.

Working closely with senior leadership, you''ll gain hands-on experience across product development, buying administration, pricing, reporting and customer account support within a growing consumer products business.

What You''ll Be Doing

  • Maintaining product information, SKU codes and product databases
  • Creating and updating purchase orders and supplier records
  • Supporting product launches and seasonal ranges
  • Managing customer price lists and costing information
  • Assisting with margin analysis and commercial reporting
  • Supporting customer onboarding and retailer product setup
  • Producing Excel reports and sales analysis
  • Providing general administrative support across commercial and operational teams

What We''re Looking For

  • Degree educated (Business, Fashion, Economics, Mathematics or similar)
  • Strong Excel and numerical skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisation
  • Strong communication skills
  • Able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Experience with Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, Shopify, retail, wholesale or merchandising environments would be advantageous but isn''t essential.

What You''ll Gain

This role offers exposure to every stage of the product lifecycle and provides an excellent foundation for a career in:

  • Buying
  • Merchandising
  • Product Development
  • Commercial Management
  • Operations
  • Wholesale Account Management

You''ll work closely with experienced leaders, develop valuable commercial skills and have genuine opportunities for progression as the business grows.

Interested?

If you''re looking for a role where you can learn, develop and build a long-term career, we''d love to hear from you. Send us your CV and tell us a little about yourself.

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