We have an exciting opportunity within our Head Office Buying Team for a Buying Assistant to support the continued growth of our fitness and gym equipment ranges for both commercial and home users, working with leading brands across cardio, strength, and accessories.Reporting to the Head of Product Development & Procurement, this role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in retail buying within a specialist fitness and gym equipment business.Join us as a Buying Assistant earning a salary of £27,000 per annum.What we are also offering the Buying AssistantPension scheme.40 hours per week. Enjoy a full paid 30-minute lunch break each day.Generous staff discount on our full range of fitness and gym equipment (following probation).29 days holiday per year (including bank holidays).Free on-site car parking.Personal use of in-store equipment after hours.Full on the job training.Free tea & coffee.Working within a small friendly team.A Buying Assistant at Fitness Superstore, willSupport the Head of Product Development & Procurement and the wider Buying Team with the day-to-day management of our commercial and home fitness equipment ranges, suppliers, and purchase orders.Raise, update, and track purchase order to ensure accurate and timely delivery of stock into our warehouse.Maintain accurate product data, including specifications, pricing, and supplier details, across our internal systems.Liaise with UK and international suppliers on lead times, order confirmations, delivery dates, and any issues that may affect availability.Monitor stock levels and availability across key product lines such as treadmills, strength equipment, weights, and accessories, highlighting potential shortages or overstock.Assist with basic sales and margin reporting to support buying decisions, promotions, and range reviews.Work closely with the warehouse, e-commerce, and customer service teams to ensure product launches, promotions, and deliveries run smoothly.Support the set-up of new products, ensuring all data, images, and technical specifications are accurate and complete for both commercial and home users.Help resolve stock, delivery, and product-related queries from internal teams and suppliers.Working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday 09:00 17:00.The successful Buying Assistant will haveHave at least 12 months experience in an office-based role, ideally within buying, merchandising, supply chain, or a similar commercial environment.Strong numerical and analytical skills, with confidence working with data and spreadsheets.Excellent attention to detail and accuracy when handling product, pricing, and stock information.Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and colleagues.The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple tasks and deadlines.A proactive, organised, and solution-faced approach to work.Good IT skills, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.An interest in fitness, sport or gym equipment would be a distinct advantage.TPBN1_UKTJ