Buyer

5 months ago

Liverpool, United Kingdom BM Stores Full time

**We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Buyer to join the B&M team at the Support Centre in Speke.**

We are looking for an experienced Buyer who is ambitious, driven and thrives in a fast paced environment. Reporting to the Head of Buying for DIY, you will source suppliers and negotiate the best possible terms, to ensure you are building strong commercial ranges for our growing portfolio of stores.

***The Key Accountabilities in the role are**:

- Source and manage the product range from initial concept until completion, both from the UK and Far East sources
- Introduce new products/review old products, whilst identifying gaps in the market and customer needs
- All supplier negotiations including pack sizes, packaging, lead-times, promotions and cost prices
- Review and track sales out data, updating reports and helping the merchandiser forecast future sales
- Work closely with the merchandiser and suppliers to ensure products are delivered in the right quantities and on time
- Plan & Prepare for Seasonal sign off meetings with the Buying Director
- Monitor competitor prices & performance on a weekly basis and setting of retail prices
- Build & maintain strong relationships with key internal stakeholders and suppliers including in the Far East.
- Work on and develop own brand artwork for approval
- Work alongside the visual merchandiser to plan space and maximises return on space
- Minimum 1-2 yrs experience at Buyer level
- DIY buying experience would be an advantage but not essential
- Results orientated with a track record of achieving targets & delivering growth
- Strong negotiation, communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
- Able to build and maintain effective and productive relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers including Far East
- Able to utilise data to fully understand customer behaviour and habits
- Attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks at once
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office in particular Excel
- A positive, motivated self-starter with a flexible approach
- B&M Retail are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all colleagues._

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