London, UK
Assistant buyer and merchandiser
at SCP
SCP is hiring an assistant buyer and merchandiser to join its team in London.
SCP is a manufacturer, retailer, and supplier of contemporary design products. Established in 1985, SCP has been at the vanguard of the modern British design scene for over thirty years.
SCP is seeking a full-time buyer and merchandiser to join their team. Based at the head office in Shoreditch, the candidate will be responsible for the supply chain for retail, wholesale and production teams. This role is suitable for a mathematically minded individual with strong analytic skills, and good understanding of inventory management.
The role:
- produce and maintain KPI data for product analysis and purchasing forecasts
- create and manage SKUs: codes, descriptions, MOQs, prices, etc.
- assist sales teams with product and supplier enquires
- place purchase orders with suppliers
- ensure purchase orders fall within SCP pricing rules and are commercially viable
- organise deliveries from suppliers
- oversee schedule of all outstanding purchase orders
- implement price increases
- compile and communicate sale/mark down lists
- process purchase invoices
- handle supply issues: duplicated deliveries, damaged and faulty products, returns, etc.
- maintain supplier information
- general administration
- assist with events and set ups
The person:
- previous buying or merchandising experience desirable (two plus years’)
- accounting software experience desirable, such as Sage
- proficient in Microsoft Office and strong IT skills
- good communicator with strong English & Maths skills
- excellent administration skills
- strong analytical ability
- high level of accuracy
- self-motivated and organised
- able to work as a team as well as independently
The salary for this role is £24,000 to £28,000, depending on experience. Company benefits include staff discount, a pension scheme, 28 days holiday including bank holidays (increasing to max 33 days – one day per years’ service). Please submit your CV and cover letter via the apply for job button below.