Buyer

We have an opportunity for an enthusiastic and dynamic Buyer to work within a commercially focussed Purchasing team.   This is a 12 month FTC and you will support all aspects of the purchasing relationship between the client and specified suppliers.  There will be responsibility to find new business opportunities in your sector. As a Buyer you will be directly responsible for your categories which collectively contribute to the company turnover. You will also be required to identify through market research and industry analysis new opportunities in order to grow and expand your sector. You will be required to participate in any company projects representing your sector. This role would suit someone with buying or product management experience and particularly where you have negotiated with suppliers and had responsibility for forecasting and planning. You will be able to provide some analytical data to support decision making. It is important you have the ability to communicate effectively with the confidence to influence and engage at all levels. Some occasional travel will be required within the UK and occasionally overseas.

Key skills Required:

We are looking for people with at least two years of experience in the following areas:

Previous retail/shop or buying experience with responsibility for own suppliers.

Experience in a similar role in reviewing competitor information and analysing data and presenting findings via reports and presentations for all levels of the business

Previous buying experience which must include negotiated terms contracts,  understanding promotional calendars and forecasting/planning tools.

Experience of sourcing new business opportunities.

Experience of project work .

Previous negotiation experience.

Ability to manage and motivate a small team.

Advanced level Microsoft 2010 Excel.

Intermediate level Microsoft 2010 PowerPoint 

 

Send us your CV for immediate attention.