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Buying Assistant

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  • Plymouth, Devon, England
  • Temp to perm,
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  • BUYASSIPLYM234
  • 30/03/2026
Job description

Buying Assistant
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Job Type: Temp to Perm, Full-Time

gap personnel are recruiting for a Buying Assistant to join a Sunday Times Top Track 100 retailer with over 200 stores nationwide.

The Role

Supporting the Senior Buying team, you’ll help drive sales, maximise profit, and ensure smooth management of product ranges across stores.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support product sourcing, range management, and promotions
  • Liaise with suppliers and maintain product data
  • Monitor competitor activity and market trends
  • Analyse data to support commercial decisions
  • Ensure accurate admin, systems, and financial processes
  • Work closely with stores to ensure smooth product launches

About You

  • Interest in retail with strong commercial awareness
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Strong analytical and numerical ability
  • Confident using Microsoft Excel (formulas & graphs)
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Pension & benefits
  • Staff discount
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:45am – 17:30pm

Apply now with gap personnel, email: exeter@gap-personnel.com or call: 01392 273 665

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