Junior Buyer

TeamJobs


Date: 17 hours ago
City: Poole, England
Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per year
Contract type: Full time

Assistant Buyer / Product Developer
 Location: Poole
Salary: £26,000 - £28,000
Hours: 9.30 to 5.30pm Monday to Friday Full time, permanent

TeamJobs is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a fast-paced, forward-thinking brand looking for a commercially minded Assistant Buyer or Product Developer. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on seeing products come to life and has a clear understanding of the full product lifecycle - from concept through to launch.

About the Role

Working closely with the Buying and Product Development team, you'll support the end-to-end development of product ranges, ensuring each item is commercially viable, on-brand, and delivered within critical timelines. You'll play a key role in supplier communication, product tracking, and the development of bestsellers across your category.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the development of new products across multiple categories

  • Liaise with suppliers on samples, costings, and lead times

  • Conduct market research and trend analysis to support product planning

  • Help manage the critical path, ensuring key deadlines are met

  • Monitor stock levels and performance, making recommendations where needed

  • Ensure all product data is accurately maintained across systems

  • Collaborate with internal teams including marketing, design, and logistics

  • Maintain a strong understanding of the customer and current market trends

What You'll Bring

  • Experience as an Assistant Buyer or Product Developer

  • Strong knowledge of the product lifecycle, from initial brief to launch

  • Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise effectively

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

  • Commercial awareness and a passion for product innovation

Desirable

  • Background in retail, consumer goods or a fast-moving product environment

  • Confident working with Excel and internal product management systems

Benefits

  • £1,000 worth of free product per year (£500 per season)
  • 22 days holiday, rising to 25 with service
  • Monday to Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm + Summer hours: early 4:30pm Friday finishes!
  • Free parking

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