<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-f53bd63b-7fff-4673-e623-97917afd0a0f">Join Our Adventure in Buying!</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">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.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-f53bd63b-7fff-4673-e623-97917afd0a0f">The Role:</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">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.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-f53bd63b-7fff-4673-e623-97917afd0a0f">What you'll do</strong></span></p><ul><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Comparison shops &amp; price benchmarking&nbsp;</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Price discrepancy investigation &amp; resolution </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Sample management &amp; tracking </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">New line form chasing </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Web SKU set-up &amp; checks </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Price change administration for promotions / trade</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Range plan maintenance </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">SOA approvals (first-line administration) </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Planogram checks </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Range building support </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Promotional planogram set-up</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Combined supplier promotional calendar management </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Order placement, chasing &amp; correction </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">SKU raising </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">SOA logging </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Strategic category growth, negotiation, supplier relationships </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">TMVs, ad hoc projects &amp; team development&nbsp;</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-f53bd63b-7fff-4673-e623-97917afd0a0f">What you'll bring:</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">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.</span></p><ul><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">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.</span></p></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Driven by Accuracy: You have high attention to detail and a desire to get to the "why" behind the figures.</span></p></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Commercial and Collaborative Mindset: You understand that retail is about more than products; it's about the team work that makes the business grow.</span></p></li></ul><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-f53bd63b-7fff-4673-e623-97917afd0a0f">Why Join Robert Dyas?</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">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:&nbsp;</span></p><ul><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">26 days annual leave &nbsp;(plus bank holidays)</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Generous colleague discount in all Theo Paphitis &nbsp;retail businesses: Robert Dyas, Ryman, Boux Avenue and London Graphic Centre</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Regular sample sales</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Bonus incentives, allowing you to share in the company's success</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">A pension scheme and free life assurance (after qualifying period)</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Office base is Wimbledon </span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Investment in learning and development</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Regular social events</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Colleagues wellbeing and mental health programme</span></li></ul>