<p><span></span></p><p><strong><span>Are you passionate about a career in Buying and eager to get started? Or perhaps you’re already a Buying Assistant and seeking a new opportunity?&nbsp;</span></strong></p><p><span><strong><span>Whether you’re aspiring to start your buying career or an experienced Buying Assistant, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dynamic, fast-growing business! This role is on a temporary basis, to cover Maternity leave.&nbsp;</span></strong></span></p><p><span>From conception to product launch, as a Buying Assistant you’ll provide administration support to the team, whilst developing relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally.&nbsp;Our Buying function is&nbsp;based at the Support Centre in Speke, so you’ll be working alongside and learning from a team of established Buyers and Merchandisers. </span></p><p><span>The role is based full time in the office, Monday to Friday.</span></p><p><span><strong><span>Within this role, you will be responsible for:</span></strong></span></p><ul type="disc"><li><span>Providing administrative assistance to the Buyers in the Home department.</span></li><li><span>Managing and updating product information on a critical path.</span></li><li><span>Liaising with Far East and UK suppliers, managing supplier setup and maintaining accurate records.</span></li><li><span>Approving pre-shipment images, assembly instructions, test certificates, artwork etc.</span></li><li><span>Monitoring competitor activity regarding products, pricing, and promotions.</span></li><li><span>Compiling reports and gathering information for the Buyers.</span></li></ul><p><span><strong><span>To be successful in this role you will have:</span></strong></span></p><ul type="disc"><li><span>Experience as a Buying Assistant – this is advantageous, although not essential. However, a strong understanding and passion for Buying is necessary.</span></li><li><span>Strong analytic and numerical skills, with an attention to detail.</span></li><li><span>Excellent time management and organisational skills – this is a must!</span></li><li><span>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.</span></li><li><span>Strong verbal &amp; written communication skills, confident to engage with suppliers.</span></li></ul><p><span>We offer a range of great benefits including discount in our stores, a colleague portal offering discount for numerous retailers, hospitality &amp; much more! Check out our full benefits here –&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.bmstores.co.uk/our-bm-benefits/"><span>https://careers.bmstores.co.uk/our-bm-benefits/</span></a></span></p><p><span><strong><span>If you are looking for a new challenge within an ambitious, growing business,&nbsp;apply online today!</span></strong></span></p><p><em><span>B&amp;M Retail are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all colleagues.</span></em></p><div><em><span><em><span>&nbsp;#LI-DNI</span></em></span></em><em><span></span></em></div>