Buyers Assistant
No one size fits all when it comes to finding the perfect sleep experience for customers and that’s why at Bensons for Beds we put Sleep Wellness™ at the heart of everything we do!
We’re looking for a Buyers Assistant to support our buying team in sourcing great products, managing supplier relationships and ensuring the right range and stock levels for our stores and online channels.
What you'll get:
Competitive salary with annual review
Bonus scheme linked to team and company performance
Hybrid working pattern (subject to role requirements)
Access to Medicash and health & wellbeing benefits
Up to 50% colleague discount on bensons for beds products
28 days holiday (including bank holidays) in year 1, increasing with service
Learning and development programmes and internal career opportunities
Group life assurance and pension scheme (qualifying periods apply)
The role:
Support Buyers with product research, market analysis and trend monitoring
Assist in supplier communications, purchase order creation and order follow up
Maintain product data and ensure accurate listings across systems
Help manage stock levels, support replenishment and liaise with logistics teams
Prepare reports and basic forecasts to support buying decisions
Support the negotiation process and help evaluate supplier performance
Work as part of a collaborative buying team to deliver range and margin targets
Who we’re looking for:
Previous experience in a retail buying support, merchandising or purchasing role is desirable
Strong attention to detail and good numeracy skills
Confident using Microsoft Excel and comfortable learning new systems (e.g. ERP/PIM)
Good communicator with strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise
Interest in product trends and customer behaviour, with a proactive, can-do attitude
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and build positive supplier relationships
Degree or relevant qualification in business, merchandising or retail is desirable but not essential
About us:
We’re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace where colleagues can bring their authentic selves to work. You’ll join a friendly team focused on delivering exceptional products and customer service, with opportunities to develop and progress your career at bensons for beds.
How to apply:
If you’re organised, commercially aware and keen to develop a career in buying, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a short supporting statement outlining your relevant experience and why you’re interested in this role.
- Division
- Support Centre
- Department
- Buying
- Role
- Buying Assistant
- Locations
- Globe Centre Accrington - Central Support
- Full or Part Time
- Full time
- Contract Type
- 12 month Fixed Term contract
- Weekly Hours
- 37.5
- Annual Salary
- 25500
Colleagues
About Bensons for Beds
At Bensons for Beds, we’re driven by one purpose - to help more people get a better night’s sleep. And with 70 years in retail, and 100 years in manufacturing, we’ve got plenty of experience in making this mission a reality.