Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a Buying Assistant to join our Bakery (Cakes) team. As a National Buying Assistant, you'll play an incredibly important role in the whole Buying process. Working closely with a Buying Director, you'll make sure that they have everything they need to negotiate the best deals.

Your New Role

Work with Buying Director/Buying Manager and the supply base on new product development, product launches and ongoing product supply Manage the efficient and accurate flow of communication both internally and externally Ensures that all manual and computerised bulletin procedures and files are accurate and up to date at all times, including CBIS and Point of Sale information Manages all due diligence, advertising, and related issues for new products/specials from the point of order placement to bulletin issue Carries out general administration, word processing, data entry and filing Ensures that a polite and professional manner is maintained in all internal/ external communications Contributes positively and constructively to the Buying Team

About You

Essential:

Previous experience in a Buying role Microsoft skills required (excel, word, PowerPoint) Verbal and written communication skills Good ability to build & maintain relationships Ability to work in a fast paced and cross functional environment Excellent attention to detail Ability to plan and meet deadlines with a high level of personal organisation A good sense of urgency and adaptability under pressure

What you'll get in return

Salary starting at 36,625 rising to 42,770 Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm, with the opportunity of remote working up to 2 days per week 5 weeks' annual leave plus Bank Holidays In office flexi-time Full training provided Pension scheme Private employee medical insurance after 4 years Company sick pay scheme Company maternity, paternity and adoption pay after 1 year Long service rewards Access to MyBenefits, where you can find a wide range of benefits, including our bike to work scheme, shopping and cinema discounts, health cash plan, a FREE will, travel and discounted gym memberships, as well as a host of benefits to support your financial and wellbeing needs Access to a free,24/7, confidential virtual GP service for all Aldi Colleagues and their children (under the age of 16)

You'll need to live within 90 minutes of your main working location*



Aldi is an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and are dedicated to promoting a culture of inclusion, providing an environment in which collaboration, respect and fairness are essential. We value diversity and are dedicated to treating all of our colleagues and prospective colleagues fairly and with respect.

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Please be aware that this role does not fulfil the requirements for visa sponsorship*