Lloyd Recruitment Services Ltd
Lloyd Recruitment Services are pleased to be working with an award-winning FMCG business based on the outskirts of Crawley, currently experiencing significant growth and expansion. They are seeking a Buying Assistant / Assistant Buyer to join their team on a permanent basis.
This opportunity is open to both junior and mid-level candidates, with tailored responsibility and progression depending on experience. It's a great chance to join a fast-paced FMCG environment with clear career development and structured training.
What's in it for you as Buying Assistant/ Assistant Buyer:
- Salary £28,000 – £35,000 depending on experience (flex)
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 5pm
- Free on-site parking
- Regular incentives and social events
- Opportunity to source products seen in all major UK high street stores
- Health vouchers and retail/gym discounts
- Supportive team culture with clear career progression
Key Duties for the Buying Assistant / Assistant Buyer
- Supporting the buying team with administrative and supplier coordination tasks
- Raising and processing high volumes of Purchase Orders
- Managing product samples in and out of the business
- Tracking deliveries and maintaining critical path updates
- Checking packaging artwork for compliance and accuracy
- Updating product data across customer systems and portals
The Ideal Candidate:
- Keen interest in buying with desire to develop within FMCG
- Suitable for junior or more experienced candidates
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Sage experience beneficial but not essential
- Full UK Driving Licence and own car is essential
Extra Information:
- Refer a friend and earn a retail voucher worth up to £500! Full details can be found on our website.
- Unfortunately, due to high numbers of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted applicants. If you have not heard from us within 5 days, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.
- By applying for this vacancy, you accept Lloyd Recruitment Services Privacy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore gives us consent to contact you.
Lloyd Recruitment Services are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer.
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