Buyer - General Merchandise
Leeds
Salary £50,000 - £55,000
Hybrid - 3 days a week in the office.
I am currently recruiting for an experienced Buyer to join a well established retailer based within their Head Office function in Leeds.
As a Buyer, you will be responsible for ensuring the right products are purchased at the correct prices and within the relevant time frames. Reporting into the Trading Director some of your duties will include.
* Maximising retail sales via through exceptional market, competitor, retailer, and shopper/consumer insight & analysis
* Building & maintaining strong relationships with suppliers
* Sourcing suppliers & negotiating best cost prices to improve margins
* 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
* Managing your departmental budget
* Analysing sales figures to plan successful future lines
1. Key requirements for the role.
* Proven previous experience as a Buyer within a retail environment is essential
* Experience within a Non Food / General Merchandise category is preferred
* 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
* Strong IT skills including MS Office
If you think you have the right experience as a Buyer and are looking for a new opportunity, then get in touch and apply today.