One Stop - Assistant Buyer

About the roleSupport the Buying Manager to deliver category sales, profit and growth. Working with suppliers and colleagues across One Stop and the Tesco Group, you'll help manage category performance, deliver great products for our customers, and support business objectives through analysis, planning and supplier collaboration. Please note: This is a hybrid working role. The successful candidate will be required to work from our Walsall, Head Office three days per week, with the remaining two days working from home.You will be responsible for

• Support category administration, including product setup, promotional activity, supplier claims and EPOS reporting. Analyse sales and performance data to identify opportunities for growth. Support delivery of sales, margin and profit targets. Build and maintain effective supplier relationships. Support supplier negotiations and joint business planning. Help deliver range reviews and category changes on time and in full.
  
  Independently manage selected category areas from planning through to delivery. Monitor competitor activity, pricing and market trends. Support stock and working capital objectives. Work collaboratively with internal teams and the wider Tesco Group to deliver business initiatives and product launches.You will need Previous Buying or Category Management experience. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Effective communication and relationship-building skills. Good negotiation skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Strong attention to detail. Proactive and self-motivated approach. Collaborative team playerWhat's in it for you?One Stop is committed to making everyday life easier for our customers! With a strong presence in local communities, we offer a wide range of quality products at great value, alongside friendly and helpful service. As part of the Tesco Group, One Stop combines the benefits of a large organisation with the close-knit feel
  
  Tesco has become a market leader by doing the little things that really matter for our customers and colleagues.
It's part of what makes Tesco such a great place to work, and we're proud to have been accredited as one of Britain's Top Employers again this year. We're the UK's number one retailer and we pride ourselves on offering a great shopping experience. We are passionate about our food, merchandise and services and will always try to get things right for our customers. But did you know we also offer great job opportunities? With stores, distribution centres and offices across the UK, and a vast variety of roles, we are always looking for people who have a hunger to work with customers and colleagues across our exciting business. We believe in treating each other with respect and giving everyone an equal opportunity to get on. It's our people that make the difference every day - helping us make a difference for our customers

of a neighbourhood store. We're passionate about creating a welcoming environment for both our customers and our colleagues and we're always looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our growing team! Flexible Working We know life looks a little different for each of us. That's why at One Stop, we always welcome chats about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we can support. One Stop Benefits At One Stop, we value our colleagues just as much as our customers - and that's reflected in the wide range of benefits we offer. To explore the full list of colleague benefits, please [1] click here and scroll to the bottom of our Careers Page.
• As a proud subsidiary of the Tesco Group, One Stop operates
as an independent business. This means that while we share the same values, the benefits we offer may differ from those available at Tesco.
• Community Involvement At One Stop, being part of the community is at the heart of everything we do. From supporting local charities and groups to partnering with national organisations, we're proud to give back in meaningful ways. Over the past decade, we've raised over £10.4 million for good causes and donated the equivalent of 1.6 million meals through our partnerships with FareShare and Olio, helping to reduce food waste and support those in need. Working with us means you'll have the chance to make a real difference whether it's climbing mountains, running marathons, or simply organising a local raffle, our colleagues go the extra mile to support the causes they care about. Diversity & Inclusion at One Stop At One Stop, everyone is welcome. We're proud to be an inclusive workplace that celebrates the unique