Lifestyle Assistant Buyer

Here at Three, we’ve done things differently since day one. We take the script and rip it up, we’re a big-hearted energetic bunch, striving for a better connected life. The energy of our people, the pace at which we operate, and the thrill of making bold moves is exhilarating and addictive. Magic happens when we power the connections that millions value, and you can feel it… When these things combine, phenomenal things happen. We encourage our employees to face their weaknesses, to really open themselves up to new challenges and projects in a super-charged and rich learning environment. We want you to become the best version of yourself. Join us as a Lifestyle Specialist You will support the Senior Lifestyle Buying Manager with the development of new and existing categories of products to support Three’s Connected Life strategy. There are a wide selection of categories including Music, Home & Entertainment. Responsible for supporting category strategy, new product introduction, portfolio management, stakeholder engagement and supporting the Devices Team. As part of a team, you will coordinate a range of activities to support products for sale across the range of Three’s channels. The Lifestyle Commercial Specialist must have experience in understanding consumer needs, knowledge of latest trends, have a strong commercial mindset, be analytical oriented, possess good commercial knowledge and excellent communication skills. Support the development of the Lifestyle range strategy Support the set up of new products on our internal systems Execute product desk research and identification, and report on relevant trends Implement and coordinate effective new product introduction processes, including:

• New supplier set-up & supplier relationship management
• Sales analysis
• Set-up of products on the relevant systems
• Sourcing and management of samples

To support the Lifestyle team with a visual guide with the visual merchandising team that ensures it delivers from a customer and commercial point of view. Collaborate and support content creation with stakeholders, internally and externally. Support development of content for in-house training for retail and care teams. Work closely with Brand and Communications on overall customer and store experience. Coordinate the activities of Distribution partner(s), aligning their deliverables and performance with new product introduction requirements. Support ways of working to oversee in-life product performance. Generate appropriate reporting to capture key performance parameters. Support the Devices Team with vendor engagement, commercials, and pricing process. What else is involved:

• Support development of new category of products in line with Three’s strategy by utilising researched market insights and trends.
• Analyse data and insights on performance to maximise range performance.
• Support development of non-mobile product lifecycles.
• Build productive relationships with required network of vendors to support our targets on lifestyle range support.
• Report on performance of product categories to key stakeholders.
• Liaise with the Go To Market team for key seasonal events and support with products.
• Work closely with Supply Chain team on product inventory efficiencies.
• Support the commercial devices team & the Segment Manager with vendor management and pricing process.

The Skills we are looking for

• Previous working experience as a Buyers Assistant or Buyers Administration or Category Specialist.
• In-depth knowledge of Sourcing, Purchasing and New Product Introduction.
• Analytical and critical thinker in nature.
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent PowerPoint skills.

Nice to Have

• Expertise in mobile/technology categories.
• BA in Business, Fashion, Marketing or similar field.
• Project Management skills.
• e-Commerce and Retail background.

Benefits of Working at Three

• Flexible working with our new Hybrid model, our employees will enjoy more flexibility working from home and our office locations (3 days per week office based). Please see job description for the office location of this role.
• Competitive salary, annual performance bonus & pension contribution.
• 25 days holidays plus 2.5 company days.
• Annual Leave buy or sell (buy or sell up to 5 days AL each year).
• Healthcare Insurance through our flexible benefits programme.
• Life assurance, phone & laptop, subsidized canteen.
• Access to learning & development tools such as LinkedIn Learning.
• Free on-site parking.

You may think you know us, but we’re full of surprises. Intrigued? Join us and Be Phenomenal. #Jobs Apply now at: Three Ireland is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you do not ‘tick every box’ in the job description above, there are likely other valuable attributes and skills you have that would make you a great fit for the team. If you feel this role is for you, then please apply! We are committed to equal employment and growing a diverse workforce. We embrace those of any race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, marital status, family status, civil status or membership of the traveler community, and we want our teams to reflect this! If you require reasonable adjustments at interview, please let us know when scheduling your interview, or alternatively please email recruitment.support@three.ie. #J-18808-Ljbffr