Mole Valley Farmers Limited
Buying Assistant
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Buying Assistant
Application Deadline: 15 October 2026
Department: Retail Procurement
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Dartmoor House Head Office
Reporting To: Head of Retail Procurement
Description
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Retail Buying Assistant to join our Retail Procurement team. If you enjoy working collaboratively, building strong relationships, and supporting category performance, this is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact.
You’ll be part of a friendly, inclusive team that values accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement. This role offers variety and the chance to work closely with Product Managers, Merchandising, Marketing, and Stores to ensure our customers have the products they need, when they need them.
About The Role
- Contract: Permanent
- Hours: Full time
- Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week, working Monday to Friday
As a Retail Buying Assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting procurement activities and category performance across our retail product ranges. You’ll help manage supplier relationships, analyse sales performance, and assist with planning and promotional activity.
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Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting Product Managers with range selection and product management
- Assisting with category stock management and planogram preparation
- Liaising with suppliers and stores to maintain strong relationships and product availability
- Analysing sales and margin performance and preparing updates for trading meetings
- Helping plan and monitor sales campaigns and promotional activity
- Maintaining accurate product and supplier files and supporting general administration
About You
- Previous experience in retail, commercial, or administration role (or transferable skills from a similar environment)
- Competent in Excel and sales analysis with strong IT skills
- Clear and effective communicator across teams and levels
- Collaborative team player who builds strong relationships
- Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive with a problem-solving mindset and strong organisational skills
- Commercially aware and committed to continuous learning
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What We Offer
- 📈 Scottish Widows contributory pension – company will match up to 5%
- 🛒 Up to 25% colleague discount in store
- 🚗 Free on‑site parking
- 🌴 33 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro‑rated for part-time colleagues)
- 📚 Excellent training and development opportunities
- 🪜 Clear pathway to progress into a Product Manager role
- 👨👩👧👦 Life Assurance
- 🗣 Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust
- 🎁 A comprehensive suite of colleague benefits
- 🚼 Enhanced Family Leave Policies
We may close this vacancy early if we find the right candidate, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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