Buyers Admin Assistant - Glasgow, United Kingdom - Mims Pottery

Mims Pottery

Verified Company

Glasgow, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

THE COMPANY

Mims and Errington Reay are amongst the UK's leading brands of outdoor pots and garden products to the garden centres and major retailers for over 36 years.

The company has achieved considerable growth in recent times and recruiting for an Administrator to support the Buyer on a wide range of product development and sourcing activities.

THE ROLE

You will be working with the Buyer, supporting on a wide range of tasks from product range building, sourcing, developing, supplier communication, sample management, buying and stock control of a big range of lifestyle products.

Your role is to ensure that all administrative tasks are completed to key deadlines and supporting the Buyer with the smooth running of the department.

TRAINING

Training will be provided on company's systems and processes together with any other training specific to our business and the role.

The position is a starting point to join and learn a unique business with the opportunity to grow and take on additional responsibilities, learning the core skills of a Buyer within a small team.

MAIN DUTIES

General administration managing all communications with suppliers, shipping companies and sales department
Managing the critical path of purchase orders, shipments and samples
Data entry of new products and updating information in stock database
Providing updates to the team regarding inbound shipments and stock levels
Assisting with pricing and costings
Handling any purchase queries and resolving quality issues with suppliers
Preparing purchase orders for authorisation and sign off
Assisting with marketing literature and sales promotions
Any other duties to meet the operational needs of the business and holiday cover

SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS

At least 5 year's proven and recent experience in senior administrative position, preferably from a buying/shipping background and having commercial awareness
Strong numeracy and excellent computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel (using Pivot tables, formatting and formulae)
Articulate in verbal and written communication at management level
Ability to take ownership of role and duties
Attention to detail with a "doing it right first time" attitude
Great analytical ability and critical thinking skills
Superb problem solving and decision making skills
A fast learner and flexible to navigate changes

REMUNERATION

Salary between £25,000 to £27,000 per annum depending on experience and personal skills
20 days holidays rising to 25 days with service, plus public holidays and day off on your birthday
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Company pension scheme
Staff performance bonus

This position is a full time, Monday to Friday, permanent position with a 6-month probation period.

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Day off on your Birthday
Health & wellbeing programme

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
£25,000.00-£27,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Health & wellbeing programme
Onsite parking

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

Do you have any recent experience in a buying role?

Experience:

Administrative: 5 years (required)

Microsoft Excel: 3 years (required)

Work Location:
In person

Application deadline: 29/02/2024

Reference ID:
Buyers Asst Feb 2024

Expected start date: 04/03/2024