At Tool Connection we pride ourselves on our enviable reputation for producing high quality, interesting and innovative products into both new and established markets.
We are searching for a friendly, well organised, and confident lead purchaser to take responsibility for the day-to-day management and growth of the company’s Power TEC range developing the existing assortment and sourcing new innovations to grow the brand.
The Role:
1. Work to maintain and increase sales whilst retaining profitability.
2. Manage supplier relations working with them to develop new range.
3. Gather intel on product ideas researching the application, the digital data and understanding the existing market place to fully maximise the opportunity.
4. Support the buying team with category focus keeping an overview on stock available and help with replenishment when necessary.
5. Support our in-house branding team highlighting necessary jobs and directing work flow.
6. Build knowledge of the range and offer support to our field sales identifying opportunities and lending guidance to support and grow sales.
7. Take ownership of pricing & promotional strategy to drive the brand marketing.
8. Offer support to the commercial director on price reviews with costing analysis.
The Candidate:
1. Experience working with suppliers and building relationships.
2. Experience of business-to-business sales.
3. Meticulous attention to detail when researching new product categories.
4. Experience of pricing strategy and relationship management at a senior level.
5. Excellent presentation, negotiation & influencing abilities both face to face and over the telephone.
6. Strong IT literacy.
7. Experience of Bodyshop repair is an advantage.
Personal qualities:
1. You must be self-motivated & able to work on your own initiative but with a strong drive and desire to further your career with the company.
2. Having motivational skills will help to build business with your sales colleagues.
3. You will have excellent time management & planning skills.
4. You will be customer service focused and be commercially aware of business needs.
5. You should have an engaging, likeable and positive character.
If you would like to find out more about the advertised role or the business, please contact our friendly HR team through the messaging service on indeed or give us a call on 01926 818193.
All applications should be sent to include your CV and covering letter.
HR Manager
The Tool Connection Limited
Kineton Road
Southam
Warwickshire
CV47 0DR
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