Buyer Admin Assistant

Join Our Adventure in Buying!

We’re more than just a retailer; we’re innovators. We scour the globe for the latest products that make life easier and more enjoyable. Our focus is on quality, durability, and innovation.

The Role:
As a Buying Admin Assistant, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving our business forward. You will provide dedicated administrative and analytical support to the Buyer for the relevant Category / Department, enabling the Buyer to prioritise strategic range and category growth activity, while working alongside the existing Trade Admin to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the department.

What you’ll do

Comparison shops & price benchmarking

Price discrepancy investigation & resolution

Sample management & tracking

New line form chasing

Web SKU set-up & checks

Price change administration for promotions / trade

Range plan maintenance

SOA approvals (first-line administration)

Planogram checks

Range building support

Promotional planogram set-up

Combined supplier promotional calendar management

Order placement, chasing & correction

SKU raising

SOA logging

Strategic category growth, negotiation, supplier relationships

TMVs, ad hoc projects & team development

What you’ll bring:
Previous experience +1year min in a retail head office, buying support is preferable, but you do need a sharp mind and a passion for retail. We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment where quick, accurate analytical skills are key.

Passion for Retail: You have a keen eye for trends, love the retail space and are looking to join a fast-paced, ever changing retail environment.

Driven by Accuracy: You have high attention to detail and a desire to get to the “why” behind the figures.

Commercial and Collaborative Mindset: You understand that retail is about more than products; it’s about the team work that makes the business grow.

Why Join Robert Dyas?

There are lots of reasons to love working for Robert Dyas! Aside from a fantastic team and friendly working environment, there are also these benefits to look forward to:

26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)

Generous colleague discount in all Theo Paphitis retail businesses: Robert Dyas, Ryman, Boux Avenue and London Graphic Centre

Regular sample sales

Bonus incentives, allowing you to share in the company’s success

A pension scheme and free life assurance (after qualifying period)

Office base is Wimbledon

Investment in learning and development

Regular social events

Colleagues wellbeing and mental health programme