Topps Tiles Plc is Britain’s largest supplier of tiles, associated tools and accessories with over 340 stores throughout the UK. In the financial year ending 2015 we achieved record sales of £212m, like for like sales growth of 5.4% and profit before tax increased by 19.3%.
We achieved our strategic goal of taking £1 in every £3 spent in the UK domestic tile market one year early and have delivered seven consecutive years of market share gains. Our strategy is to “out specialise the specialists” and we will continue to do this by delivering an inspirational shopping experience to our customers, providing range authority and offering multi-channel convenience.
Summary:
We currently have an excellent opportunity for a Junior Buyer to join our group buying team supporting the Topps Tiles teams. Reporting to and supporting the Commercial Buyer, you will manage, maintain and further develop your own specified area in line with business plans and initiatives. Commercially astute, through product knowledge, creativity and strong supplier relationships you will ensure the continued evolution of our market leading range.
The Role:
* Managing a core range of products including all aspects of the product life cycle
* Be the sourcing specialist for the Topps Tiles supporting specific projects and tenders
* Supporting the buyer with longer term key business growth opportunities & strategic development
* Maintaining existing supplier relationships and establishing new ones
* Supplier negotiations: price, supply, NPD and Trading Agreements as required
* Liaising with other departments within the organisation to ensure new product launches and projects are completed within required timescales and with maximum impact
* Maintaining up to date knowledge of the relevant market including key competitors and trends
* Internal pricing reviews and maintenance of range hierarchy
* Competitor price and product analysis
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:
* Experience working within a buying or sourcing environment
* Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills
* Commercially and financially astute
* Able to work under pressure to deadlines
* Confident use of Microsoft Excel
* Experience in working within the A&D sector or Tile industry would be desirable