Buyer (Commercial Team)
6 months ago
**Join the Farmfoods Commercial Team in Birmingham**
With over 340 shops and 4 distribution centres, Farmfoods is a leading independent retailer known for quality and outstanding value.
**Your Role**:
- Oversee and manage product categories, focusing on growth and a balanced commercial strategy.
- Build and nurture strong business relationships with suppliers - from local family-run businesses to global FMCG brands.
- Negotiate supplier trading terms and marketing plans.
- Conduct range reviews and develop pricing and promotional strategies.
- Coordinate order placements in alignment with demand and supplier agreements.
- Admin tasks such as setting up new lines, stock transfers, and fielding calls.
**What We're Looking For**: You're organised, have an eye for detail, and can communicate effectively. Working under pressure is second nature to you, and you always meet set deadlines. A positive and proactive approach is integral to how you work. You're adept at liaising with colleagues, suppliers, and management.
**Skills & Experience**:
- Robust understanding of the commercial market.
- Aptitude for building and maintaining relationships.
- Confident with numbers, particularly using Excel.
- Self-motivated and driven.
- Adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
- Skilled in problem-solving and negotiation.
- Previous FMCG experience is a bonus.
- Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite.
- Solid academic background, including GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade B or higher. A degree (2:1 or higher) is a plus but not essential.
At Farmfoods, it's not just about your skills or experience. It's also about embracing our values: Hard Work, Trust, Respect, and a Positive Attitude.
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