Buying Assistant - Reed : Job Details

• Location: Trowbridge
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Salary: £25K-£27K

Are you passionate about clothing, sustainability, and eager to make a significant impact within a dynamic team? If you possess strong organisational skills and a commitment to ethical practices, this Buying Assistant role is perfect for you!

Join the UK’s largest schoolwear supplier, renowned for delivering sustainable, affordable, and high-quality schoolwear. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop professionally within the buying sector while contributing to various procurement processes.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure maximum value for the organisation.
• Collaborate with multiple teams including Overseas, Made To Order, Quality Control, Design, and Supply Chain.
• Manage supplier records, essential for completing annual sustainability audits and maintaining the organisation’s Scorecard.
• Engage in sustainability projects, promoting ethical sourcing and supporting relevant initiatives.
• Prepare annual contracts and assist the Finance team with invoice verification and queries.
• Collect data for compliance with Plastic Tax and monitor supplier performance to ensure adherence to terms and conditions.
• Assist with the planning and procurement of raw materials, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on sustainability in the fashion industry.
• Capable of thriving under pressure, multitasking, and prioritising tasks to meet strict deadlines.
• A proactive attitude with a strong desire to learn and advance in a fast-paced environment.

• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Well-being programme
• Employee discount
• Perks at work
• Company events
• Cycle to work scheme
• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Celebration leave
• Free parking
• 33 days holiday

This role is based in Trowbridge, offering plenty of free parking and easy access to local transport. If you are eager to contribute to a team that values sustainability and quality, we would love to hear from you. 

Immediate start available.