We have an exciting new opportunity for a proactive and organised Assistant Buyer to join our Bathroom team at B&M!
You’ll be working closely with our Senior Buyer, gaining hands‑on exposure to strategic buying decisions and category development. As part of this, you’ll have the amazing opportunity to accompany them on international supplier trips, giving you valuable insight into global sourcing and product selection. A valid passport will therefore be required for this role.
Whether you're currently an Assistant Buyer or a Buying Assistant ready to take the next step, this is a fantastic chance to develop your skills and take on more responsibility in a fast‑paced retail environment. You’ll play a key role in supporting product development, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.
This is a permanent, full-time, office-based role located at our Support Centre in Speke, Liverpool (L24).
In this role, your day-today will include:
- Supporting product selection and development for new and existing ranges.
- Creating photography and packaging briefs for own brand products, assisting with artwork and user manual approvals.
- Taking ownership of sub-categories as you grow within the role.
- Managing the critical paths, overseeing samples, pre-shipment approvals, and shipping documentation.
- Setting up new products and placing orders: creating codes, updating systems, and working closely with suppliers and the merchandising team.
- Communicating with UK and Far East suppliers to follow up on meetings and range reviews.
To be successful you will have:
- Experience in a Buying Assistant or Assistant Buyer role.
- A creative eye for product with strong attention to detail.
- Excellent organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Confidence with Microsoft Excel and be comfortable working with data.
- Strong numeracy skills and excellent written and verbal communication.
- A valid passport.
We offer you a range of great benefits including discount in our stores, a colleague portal offering discount for numerous retailers, hospitality & much more! Check out our full benefits here - https://careers.bmstores.co.uk/our-bm-benefits/
If you are ready for your next challenge in a fast-growing business where no two days are the same, apply online today!
B&M is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming environment for all.
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