Buying Manager

1 month ago


Cheshire West and Chester, United Kingdom Rise Resourcing Full time

A leading food retailer and wholesaler in the North West of England is looking to recruit a Buying Manager to oversee Category Strategy for a key food category (they are keen to see people from non-food / general merchandise backgrounds) by effectively sourcing and negotiating the optimum cost price with suppliers.


About the Role

The jobholder will be accountable for developing and bringing to market a profitable category range using their excellent market and product knowledge. With responsibility for loose and packaged produce, you will be required to identify and source new suppliers as well as optimising terms with the current supply base, with a particular emphasis of the provenance of the product. You will also be required to manage the price files associated with the contracts and to execute in season promotional activity to optimise sales, profit and supplier income.


About the Person

With Buying / Trading experience in the Fresh Food Wholesale or Retail sector, you will have complete freedom and autonomy to manage your category from top to bottom along with a proven track record of building strong relationships with suppliers and implementing the category strategy to maximise sales. You will have ultimate accountability for margin and profitability, whilst minimising waste and staying one step ahead of competitors via innovation, all the while prioritising customer needs. This will be underpinned by your outstanding negotiation skills along with strong commercial acumen.


What you’ll get in return

The successful applicant will be paid a market-leading salary (up to six figures) dependent on experience, with a benefits package that includes healthcare, 25 days holidays (increasing with service), contributory pension and a host of other incentives. However, just as importantly, this will provide the job holder with the opportunity to make their mark in a fast growing, vibrant and innovative business where colleagues are encouraged to make a difference.


What to do now

If you believe you have the background, skills and experience outlined above, and are ready for a new challenge where you can make a genuine difference, please apply now with an up-to-date copy of your CV.


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