**Buyer - Sales and Profit Growth Specialist**
5 days ago
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Buyer to join our team at Screwfix. As a key member of our buying team, you will be responsible for driving sales and profit growth for your category by developing and executing a strategic trading plan.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a 2-year category strategy with market and customer insights to drive sales and profitability.
- Propose and execute a 12-month trading plan, negotiating promotional support with suppliers to achieve sales and profit targets.
- Identify shortfalls and propose remedial actions to achieve key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Maintain competitive awareness and use market insights to inform trading plans and optimize pricing strategies.
- Manage range changes and execute exit strategies where necessary to maintain a competitive edge.
- Prepare and deliver presentations to secure business support and engagement from stakeholders.
- Participate in financial budgeting and forecasting activities to ensure accurate sales and profit projections.
Impact Areas
- Sales Growth: Directly influence the growth of your category through strategic planning and execution.
- Profitability: Drive profit targets by optimizing pricing strategies and promotional activities.
- Market Positioning: Enhance Screwfix's market share by leveraging customer and market insights.
- Supplier Relationships: Strengthen and negotiate beneficial terms with suppliers to support business objectives.
- Innovation: Contribute to product range development and innovation in collaboration with the Kingfisher Group and local suppliers.
- Customer Focus: Ensure product offerings meet local market demands and customer needs, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
Requirements
- Experience in retail trading, buying, or a similar role with a strong understanding of commercial concepts and customer focus.
- Ability to manage strategic sales, understand seasonality, and analyze financial reports.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
- Excellent presentation and project management skills.
Why Screwfix?
- Award-Winning Pension Scheme
- 20% Discounts at Screwfix & B&Q, plus high-street retailer discounts
- Company Bonus up to 20%
- Award-Winning Apprenticeship Schemes
- MyGym Discounts & Cycle-to-Work Scheme
- Retail Trust Counselling Services
- Life Cover
Sustainability Commitment
We are committed to eliminating carbon emissions, reducing waste, sourcing responsibly, and promoting sustainable products and packaging.
Inclusive Culture
We believe in equity for all and value diversity in the workplace. We provide the tools and training you need to succeed and encourage your voice to be heard.
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