Buying Administrator

Position: Buying Administrators Salary: £12.99 p/h Contract: Temporary - until end of Sept. Could be extended Location: Coventry CV7 - Hybrid – 2 days in office max Working Shifts: Monday to Friday, 37 hours a week, 9-5pm Coventry Reed Specialist Recruitment are delighted to be representing one of the largest chains of supermarkets in the UK Our client is looking for a Buying Admin Assistant, to help support the Buying team. Administrative Assistant duties include: • Provide full administrative support to the existing Buying Administrator and wider buying team • Assist with promo setup, ensuring all promotional data is accurate and uploaded on time • Maintain and update sample trackers • Keep accurate logs of deadlines and key milestones • Attend weekly check-in meetings to ensure tasks are on track • Complete PI (Product Information) checks, including images and product details • Cross-check documents against each other for accuracy and consistency • Approve artwork following internal checks • Manage COSHH information and catalogue (CAT) numbers • Update mainframes and internal systems with new supplier, product, and range information • Carry out product amendments, clearance activity, and canvassing tasks • Work on tile/range imagery — ensuring the right images are placed in the correct templates or boxes • Coordinate product and image information so it is well-presented in Excel • Use creativity to enhance product presentation and layout • Conduct light market observation to identify what competitors are doing differently Administrative Assistant person specification: Essential- • Confident communicator • Buying Admin Experience or someone with a creative flare (design, or fashion) • High attention to detail skills is vital • Be able to work in a VERY fast paced environment • Previous admin experience essential • Intermediate Excel skills (Vlookups) • Demonstrate strong organisational skills, good memory, and full task ownership without relying on others • Be quick to learn new systems and processes Important Information This role is a fixed-term temporary position until September. Candidates must be able to commit for the full duration. Unfortunately, this position is not suitable for those seeking ad-hoc, week-to-week work. Recruitment Process • Initial screening with a Reed consultant • Microsoft Teams interview with the client (15–30 minutes) Apply Now If you have a background in buying, and are available to start at short notice, we encourage you to apply today. A Reed consultant will be in touch to discuss your application.