Assistant Buyer

Leeds £30,000 - £32,000 Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be partnering with a successful and growing business in Leeds to recruit an Assistant Buyer. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in buying, procurement, purchasing or commercial support who is looking to develop their career within buying and category management. Working closely with Senior Buyers, Sales teams and suppliers, you’ll take responsibility for your own product categories while supporting commercial performance, pricing and supplier relationships. Key responsibilities: Managing a portfolio of assigned product categories

Monitoring category performance and identifying opportunities to improve sales and profitability

Preparing customer quotations and pricing proposals

Supporting Sales teams with product recommendations and product alternatives

Responding to day-to-day product and pricing enquiries

Maintaining accurate product, pricing and category data

Monitoring supplier pricing and market trends

Supporting supplier negotiations, range reviews and commercial projects

Assisting with new product introductions and launches

Liaising with international suppliers

Gathering competitor and market intelligence

About you: Previous experience in buying, procurement, purchasing, commercial support or sales support

Strong administration and organisational skills

Excellent attention to detail and numerical ability

Good commercial awareness

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Good Excel and Microsoft Office skills

Experience within wholesale, distribution, manufacturing or FMCG would be advantageous

Knowledge of ERP or purchasing systems would be desirable

If you’re looking to take the next step in your buying or procurement career and want to join a successful business with excellent development opportunities, apply today or contact Elevation Recruitment Group for more information. Job Type: Permanent Location: Leeds Salary: £30,000 - £32,000