Junior Buyer

Junior Buyer | Salford Quays, Manchester | £up to £32k DOE We are currently working with a growing, design-led business seeking a Junior Buyer to support their product development and buying function. This is an exciting opportunity to join a creative and collaborative business, where innovation, speed-to-market and quality are at the heart of what they do! As a Junior Buyer, you'll play a key part in managing the order book, critical path, and supplier relationships while supporting the Buyer across multiple product categories. You'll work cross-functionally with Design, QA, Product Development, and Sales to deliver compelling, on-trend ranges into market. Junior Buyer Key Responsibilities: Manage and maintain the product critical path and intake tracking Oversee purchase orders, shipping dates, and delivery discrepancies Lead weekly QA meetings with overseas teams and report to senior stakeholders Maintain key trackers including QA status and order documentation Raise and manage POs for all new supplier and customer orders Set up product codes, barcodes, and maintain range plans Coordinate and approve artwork briefs and packaging designs Oversee pre-production and sample approval process Manage the sample room and deliveries of new product samples Understand invoice reconciliation and packing lists Support the Buyer to ensure timely shipments align with intake targets Support relationship management with overseas suppliers Handle communication on non-compliance, delays, or quality issues Assist with sourcing and costing for new categories and customer leads Drive efficiency and lean ways of working in the buying team Work collaboratively across QA, Finance, Sales, Design, and Operations Be actively involved in trend research and product innovation alongside PD & Design Junior Buyer requirements: 1-3 years' experience in a Buying or Product Development support role (toys, consumer goods, or retail desirable) Strong understanding of supply chain, order management, and supplier communication Excellent organisation, tracking and reporting skills Confident working with cross-functional teams and international suppliers Highly detail-oriented with a passion for product and process improvement Strong working knowledge of Excel and order management systems Proactive, positive, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment Why Apply? Be part of a fun, product-focused business with exciting growth plans Get hands-on experience in end-to-end buying across a varied product range Collaborate with creative teams on innovative toy ranges Hybrid working and flexibility within a close-knit, supportive team BBBH33389

Location: Salford, GB

Posted Date: 5/14/2025