At a Glance
- Tasks: Support buying and marketing teams in product selection and range development.
- Company: Join PJ SAS Trading, a family-owned wholesale business with a collaborative vibe.
- Benefits: Hands-on learning, employee discounts, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a supportive team and onsite parking.
- Why this job: Make an impact by shaping new products and gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Two years' experience in administration or buying support, strong Excel skills.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Join PJ SAS Trading, an established family-owned wholesale business, and help bring a diverse range of products to market. We’re looking for an organised, proactive Category Assistant to support our Buying and Marketing teams. You’ll join a collaborative, energetic team that values initiative, fresh ideas and a practical approach to getting things done. This varied role covers buying administration, supplier communication, packaging artwork and shipment coordination. Working alongside experienced category managers, you’ll also gain exposure to product selection, range planning and the commercial decisions behind successful product ranges.
What You'll Do
- Raise and issue purchase orders, confirm details with suppliers and monitor progress.
- Support range development and reviews by assessing how potential products complement the existing range.
- Assist with product research, competitor pricing checks and sales analysis.
- Communicate with international suppliers to follow up on specifications, samples, pricing and production timelines.
- Coordinate product samples, approvals and photography requirements.
- Prepare packaging briefs and proof artwork with Buying and Marketing, checking that product information is accurate and complete.
- Collate and process shipping documents.
- Liaise with suppliers, freight forwarders and the warehouse to coordinate shipments and resolve queries.
- Keep track of outstanding information, approvals and deadlines to help orders move forward on time.
About you
- At least two years' experience in administration or buying support, merchandising or product coordination, preferably within wholesale or FMCG.
- A keen interest in products and a desire to understand what makes a range sell well.
- Strong Excel skills and confidence handling pricing, spreadsheets and product data.
- Excellent organisation, attention to detail and reliable follow-through.
- Clear communication skills and the confidence to ask questions and clarify requirements.
- The ability to prioritise competing tasks and meet deadlines in a busy environment.
- A willingness to learn, respond to feedback and develop your buying knowledge.
What's In It For You
- Hands-on learning alongside experienced category managers, with exposure to product selection and range development.
- A welcoming, supportive team within an established family-owned business.
- A varied role where your ideas and contribution can help shape new products.
- Opportunities to develop your career and progress towards category management.
- Onsite parking.
- Employee discounts across a huge range of products.
Category Assistant in Liverpool employer: PJ SAS Trading
PJ SAS Trading is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and energetic work culture, perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the wholesale industry. As a family-owned business, we prioritise employee growth and offer hands-on learning opportunities alongside experienced category managers, ensuring that your contributions are valued and can help shape new products. With benefits like onsite parking and employee discounts, we create a supportive environment where you can thrive and advance your career.
