Buying Manager

6 days ago


Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Tesco Full time
About the Role

We're seeking a highly skilled and experienced Buying Manager to join our Global Grocery team at Tesco. As a key member of our category management team, you will be responsible for developing and executing a customer-focused category strategy that drives sustainable growth and market out-performance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement a long-term category strategy that aligns with Tesco's business objectives and customer needs.
  • Manage a portfolio of branded and own-brand suppliers to deliver customer propositions and joint business targets.
  • Work closely with suppliers to build a strong buy/move plan that ensures efficient product manufacturing, movement, and sales.
  • Effectively manage commodity and currency risk, negotiating a sustainable commercial position.
  • Forecast and manage budgets, delivering quantum profit targets while maintaining cost consciousness.
  • Lead a high-performing team, providing opportunities for growth and development.
  • Ensure compliance with Tesco policies, storage, and hand-over protocols, and complete all necessary training.
  • Adhere to the Business Code of Conduct, acting with integrity and due diligence.
Requirements
  • Commercial buying experience, with a proven track record of delivering results.
  • Experience in managing cost models, range and trade planning, and report preparation and analysis.
  • Operational skills in influencing and negotiation, stakeholder management, supplier management, buying management, data analysis, and Microsoft Excel.
What's in it for you

We offer a range of benefits, including an annual bonus scheme, holiday entitlement, private medical insurance, retirement savings plan, life assurance, and more. Our colleague reward package is designed to support your well-being and help you achieve a better work-life balance.

We're committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and supported. We're proud to have been accredited Disability Confident Leader and strive to provide a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process.


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