Job Description
Buyer - General Merchandise
Coventry – Hybrid Working available
up to £50,000
I am currently recruiting for an experienced Buyer to join a well established retailer at their head office in the West Midlands. They are a growing business with exciting plans for 2025 and this will be a key appointment in continuing their success. The job holder will be office based 3 days per week, with the rest being home based.
As a Buyer you will be responsible for ensuring the right products are purchased at the correct prices and within the relevant time frames. Some of your duties will include.
* Sourcing new suppliers as well as nurturing & maintaining the relationships with the current supply base
* Maximising retail sales via through exceptional market, competitor, retailer, and shopper/consumer insight & analysis
* Conducting supplier reviews & negotiating best cost prices to improve margins
* Responsible for buying own brand ranges
* Ensuring selected product lines achieve availability timeframes
* Presenting product range & trend information to the Senior Management team
* Monitoring & reviewing competitor information to ensure your product area stays relevant in a changing market
* Working alongside other departments i.e. Marketing, eCommerce & Retail outlets to plan successful future lines within the seasonal offerings
* Managing your category budget
* Analysing sales figures to plan successful future lines
Key requirements for the role.
* Proven previous experience as a Buyer / Category Manager
* Good level of Education
* Ability to influence and negotiate effectively at all levels
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively at all levels
* Able to adapt swiftly in a fast paced, ever changing retail market.
* Excellent numerical ability, with an analytical mindset