Buyer - FTC

2 weeks ago

Luton, United Kingdom Rise Resourcing Full time

FIXED TERM CONTRACT

Category Buyer - Household

Luton – Hybrid working available

£50,000 + Bonus


Do you have experience buying Health and Beauty and are looking for a new challenge?


I am currently recruiting for an experienced Category Buyer to join a well-known High Street FMCG retailer. This is a great opportunity for a strong trading focused Buyer / Category Manager to join the team.


You will be responsible for supporting the Senior Buyer/Head Of Buying to deliver commercially focused product ranges that meet both Departmental and Company targets, while maintaining a strategic business focus to ensure continued growth within the department. As a Category Buyer some of your duties will include.

  • Sourcing new products whilst optimising current assortment.
  • Negotiating best cost prices.
  • Building & maintaining strong relationships with current suppliers
  • Ensuring selected product lines achieve season defined timeframes.
  • Analysing sales figures to plan successful future lines.
  • Working with Marketing to develop promotional plans.
  • Negotiate the best possible contracts & terms.
  • Working closely with the individual stores to streamline any issues.
  • Constant competitor and price analysis to ensuring product offerings stay relevant
  • Presenting reports, figures, and trend information to the Senior Management team


Key requirements for the role.

  • Proven previous experience as a Buyer / Category Manager within Household or Health and Beauty
  • Ability to influence and negotiate effectively.
  • Able to adapt swiftly in a fast-paced market.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively at all levels.
  • Good working knowledge of budgets and managing conflicting projects.
  • Excellent understanding of all MS Office products.


If you think you have the right experience with FMCG Buying and want a fresh opportunity to develop your career, then get in touch and apply today.

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