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Raylo

14d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Logistics
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Belfast
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You have 1+ years in buying (FMCG preferred), strong communication and negotiation skills, Excel/Sheets proficiency, supplier management experience, logistics knowledge, motivation, and a degree.
  • You will source consumer tech products, manage supplier relationships, generate purchase orders, oversee inventory and costs, and analyze market trends to inform stakeholders.

Requirements

  • 1+ years of buying experience, preferably in an FMCG business
  • Being an exceptional communicator with strong negotiation skills along with a strategic mindset
  • Having a comprehensive understanding of MS Office and/or Google Suite - particularly Excel/Sheets.
  • Excellent supplier relationship management skills
  • Knowledge of and experience with logistics processes
  • Being a highly motivated individual
  • You are educated to a degree level

Responsibilities

  • You will be responsible for sourcing products across multiple categories of consumer tech for lease on raylo.com, in line with forecast and target pricing.
  • You will develop and maintain supplier relationships, including 3PL and device processing partners.
  • You will be responsible for generating purchase orders and managing the delivery of orders.
  • You will manage inventory and cost (making sure we are not paying too much, managing stock levels).
  • You will stay current and up to date on market trends that may affect the supply or demand of products and advise stakeholders of any impact.

FAQs

What is the primary role of an Assistant Buyer at Raylo?

The primary role of an Assistant Buyer at Raylo is to source products across multiple categories of consumer tech for lease, develop supplier relationships, generate purchase orders, manage inventory and costs, and stay current on market trends.

What experience is required for the Assistant Buyer position?

The Assistant Buyer position requires at least 1+ years of buying experience, preferably in an FMCG business.

What skills are essential for this role?

Essential skills include exceptional communication, strong negotiation abilities, a strategic mindset, supplier relationship management skills, and a comprehensive understanding of MS Office and/or Google Suite, particularly Excel/Sheets.

Are there opportunities for career growth at Raylo?

Yes, Raylo offers a learning budget to invest in your long-term career growth and potential, allowing for personal and professional development.

What benefits does Raylo offer to its employees?

Raylo offers a range of benefits including 33 days of holiday, stock options, hybrid working environment, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, workplace nursery scheme, Perkbox membership, and more.

Is a degree required for the Assistant Buyer position?

A degree is not essential for the Assistant Buyer position, but being educated to a degree level is considered a nice to have.

How does Raylo promote a collaborative work environment?

Raylo promotes a collaborative work environment by fostering a culture of listening, challenging thoughts, and continually improving through teamwork and shared goals.

What is the company’s mission?

Raylo’s mission is to change how people get their tech for good, providing seamless circularity through refurbishing, reusing, and recycling technology products.

What kind of workplace culture can employees expect at Raylo?

Employees can expect a dynamic, innovative, and supportive workplace culture that values trust, collaboration, and autonomy, where individuals are encouraged to make an impact.

Do we offer support for parents returning to work?

Yes, Raylo offers enhanced maternity and paternity leave as well as a workplace nursery scheme to support parents returning to work.

Raylo

With an amazing Raylo lease you can get better products than expected, and it's greener too 🌍

Finance
Industry
51-200
Employees
2019
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are a subscription payment platform leading the change in the way products are sold and enjoyed. Retailers who add Raylo Pay to their checkout can offer consumers the products they love on flexible, low monthly subscriptions, and Raylo Pay’s zero fees mean retailers are paid in full upfront, risk-free. When consumers subscribe rather than buy, Raylo’s circular model ensures every product gets an extended life through our automatic cycle of refurb and reuse. Raylo is backed by Octopus Ventures, Macquarie, Telefónica and Techstart Ventures.