Assistant Buyer / Product Developer
Location: Poole
Salary: £26,000 - £28,000
Hours: 9.30 to 5.30pm Monday to Friday Full time, permanent

TeamJobs is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a fast-paced, forward-thinking brand looking for a commercially minded Assistant Buyer or Product Developer. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on seeing products come to life and has a clear understanding of the full product lifecycle - from concept through to launch.

About the Role

Working closely with the Buying and Product Development team, you'll support the end-to-end development of product ranges, ensuring each item is commercially viable, on-brand, and delivered within critical timelines. You'll play a key role in supplier communication, product tracking, and the development of bestsellers across your category.

Key Responsibilities

Support the development of new products across multiple categories

Liaise with suppliers on samples, costings, and lead times

Conduct market research and trend analysis to support product planning

Help manage the critical path, ensuring key deadlines are met

Monitor stock levels and performance, making recommendations where needed

Ensure all product data is accurately maintained across systems

Collaborate with internal teams including marketing, design, and logistics

Maintain a strong understanding of the customer and current market trends

What You'll Bring

Experience as an Assistant Buyer or Product Developer

Strong knowledge of the product lifecycle, from initial brief to launch

Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise effectively

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Commercial awareness and a passion for product innovation

Desirable

Background in retail, consumer goods or a fast-moving product environment

Confident working with Excel and internal product management systems

Benefits

£1,000 worth of free product per year (£500 per season)
22 days holiday, rising to 25 with service
Monday to Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm + Summer hours: early 4:30pm Friday finishes!
Free parkingINDCP