Assistant Buyer – Produce

Assistant Buyer – Produce (Permanent)

Partner Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Client: Aldi

Location: Atherstone National Office (Must live within a 90-minute commute)

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm (In-office flexi-time applies)

Hybrid Work: Opportunity for up to 2 days per week remote working

Closing Date: 30 July 2026

Employment Area: National & Regional Head Office / Buying & Procurement

The Package & Perks

• Salary Range: £37,545 rising up to £43,840 per annum

• Time Off: 5 weeks of annual leave plus Bank Holidays

• Health & Well-being: Access to a free, 24/7 confidential virtual GP service (for you and children under 16), health cash plan, and private medical insurance (after 4 years)

• Financial & Lifestyle Perks: Comprehensive pension scheme, company sick pay, long service rewards, and a free will service

• Family Leave: Enhanced company maternity, paternity, and adoption pay after 1 year of service

• MyBenefits Portal: Access to a bike-to-work scheme, shopping and cinema discounts, travel deals, and discounted gym memberships

About the Role

Our buying teams have to move even quicker than the rest of the business. To stay ahead of the wave, they have to second-guess what our customers want and need before they even know it themselves.

As an Assistant Buyer for Produce, you will get involved in every single aspect of the buying lifecycle—from putting together complex tender documents and crunching financial data on Excel, to preparing samples and reviewing critical market trends. You will be the vital link connecting suppliers and external agencies with internal teams across Supply Chain, Marketing, Quality Control, and Corporate Responsibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Development & Supply: Partner closely with the Buying Director/Manager and the supply base on new product development, launches, and ongoing product availability.

• Supplier Management: Take full operational ownership of suppliers, ensuring an efficient, polite, and accurate flow of communication.

• Data Analysis & Systems: Interpret complex POS and financial data from multiple sources using Excel. Manage administrative files, Point of Sale information, and CBIS procedures.

• Due Diligence & Compliance: Oversee due diligence, advertising, and related issues for new products/specials from the point of order placement right through to bulletin issue.

What You’ll Need

This role requires a self-starter who possesses a great sense of urgency and can manage multiple concurrent projects under pressure. We are looking for:

• Industry Knowledge: Solid commercial/retailing experience in a fast-paced environment (Retail, FMCG) alongside agriculture or horticulture knowledge.

• Analytical Skills: Strong Microsoft Office capabilities (Word, PowerPoint) with advanced Excel skills and an eye for presenting data clearly.

• Operational Excellence: Exceptional levels of organization, absolute adherence to deadlines, and strong attention to detail.

• Desirable: Prior experience within Buying or Procurement is highly advantageous.

Important Application Criteria

• Commute: Candidates must live within 90 minutes of the Atherstone National Office.

• Right to Work: Please note that this position does not fulfill the requirements for visa sponsorship.