Junior Buyer

Junior Buyer

London

The world is noisier than ever, with millions of brands competing for seconds of attention but how do we at Brand Addition stand out?  We add heart and soul to goods and gifts that build brand love. We add purpose to products that spread more joy and less junk. We add emotion to everyday items that inspire connection. When you only have a second to make an impression adding what matters makes every moment count.

Brand Addition is a business that helps global brands build culture, awareness, and meaningful connections. We extend our client values in thoughtful, sustainable, globally conscious ways to create branded moments that people love.  In an industry of excess – we will lead through sustainability to generate wellbeing for generations to come, what we do today can determine what kind of place that will be.  We will continue to build amazing products while strengthening careers and client relationships. Here at Brand Addition, we work across oceans and continents to build a better, brighter future for our partners, our people, and our planet.

Who we’re looking for:

• We’re looking for a Buyer to work alongside an experienced Buying Team on a range of blue chip clients

• Working with the in-house design and sales teams on product ideas, concepts and project management

• Assisting with idea generation and preparation of client presentations

• Managing a core supplier base whilst bringing on new supply routes

• Sourcing from Far East and Europe

• Negotiating costings and ensuring projects are delivered within budget

• Writing detailed product specifications and purchase orders

• Liaising with all departments to ensure projects are delivered to schedule

• Defining quality requirements

What you’ll need:

• Of graduate calibre or higher education

• A can-do attitude and willingness to tackle a diverse array of tasks

• A minimum of 3 year’s previous experience would be an advantage

• A keen interest in consumer/ promotional products and an interest in quality assurance, ethical sourcing from manufacturers in UK, EU, Turkey and Far East

• Commercially aware

• Excellent communication and presentation skills (both written and verbal) with the ability to build rapport and communicate at all levels

• To be a real team player, with personality, empathy and the drive to succeed, with exceptional organisational skills and excellent attention to detail is crucial for this role

Benefits

Our Culture:
Brand Addition offers you the opportunity to work in a responsible and challenging role within a dynamic, international, and ambitious environment.   

We’re informal but hard working and great teamwork and collaboration are key to our success.   We are all proud to be part of the BA family; we all share the same passion and dedication to the company, we champion diversity and inclusion and respect difference, because it makes us stronger.

Our teams operate across oceans and collaborate across continents, leveraging diverse perspectives to create amazing things together. It may be fast paced but it’s a fun and friendly place to work.  We have a big footprint globally but remain personal and transparent.  You can expect quality, sustainability, and value to be at the heart of everything that we do. You’ll have the support of a close network of colleagues and managers, and every day is different here! 

Reward and recognition:  
We offer Global Development Opportunities - Hybrid Working - Flexible Working and a Subsidised Wellbeing Programme to name a few.

Position to thrive:

Whether you are early in your career or a seasoned professional, Brand Addition provides you with everything you need to excel in your job and for personal growth, to be the best version of you.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage flexible working through family friendly working hours.

www.brandaddition.com