Buying Assistant – Administration (Hybrid, £28-30k)

About the role

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Buying Assistant to support the Buying and Business Support teams in Accrington. The role combines commercial administration with supplier liaison, offering a hybrid working pattern and a competitive salary.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain product, pricing, supplier and promotional data in internal systems.
• Support supplier administration, including price changes, forecasts and supply updates.
• Assist with newsletters, promotions, trading documents and member communications.
• Monitor product performance and uphold reporting schedules.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, stakeholders and internal teams.
• Support tender processes, contracts, compliance documentation and approval workflows.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, meetings and key business events.
• Provide administrative support across various commercial projects.

Required profile

• Minimum 2 years of commercial administration experience.
• Strong organisational and time‑management abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive, positive and flexible attitude.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Experience in buying, procurement, wholesale, retail or commercial support is advantageous but not essential.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office applications.

What we offer

• Competitive salary £28‑30k per year.
• Excellent benefits package.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Hybrid working (one day remote per week).
• Full‑time permanent contract.