Job Title: Assistant BuyerLocation: BasildonContract Type: PermanentSalary: up to 33,000 per year DOEJob Type: Full-timeAre you a proactive and commercially minded individual with a passion for the retail sector? Our client, an expanding business, is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Buyer to join their dynamic team! This is an exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of product development and range management, working closely with the Head Buyer.What You''ll Do:As an Assistant Buyer, you will play a vital role in coordinating the buying critical path, ensuring that every product journey from design to shipment is seamless. Here''s a glimpse into your key responsibilities:Critical Path and Supplier Management: Help monitor the product journey, ensuring suppliers meet deadlines and flagging any potential risks to the Head Buyer.Sample Ownership and Quality Control: Coordinate the sample process from start to finish, inspecting samples to ensure they meet our high standards.Technical Oversight: Review assembly instructions and packaging specifications to minimise transit damages.Creative and Marketing Liaison: Collaborate with Marketing to ensure products are "camera ready" and that new ranges launch smoothly on the website.Quality Feedback Loop: Work with Customer Service and Warehouse teams to analyse returns data and drive improvements with suppliers.Market and Competitor Intelligence: Conduct competitor reports and price benchmarking to keep our range comp