Senior Category Buyer

2 months ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Dixons Carphone Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Category Buyer to join our commercial team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing high-turnover, complex categories and leading a team of direct reports.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement a sourcing strategy to bring customers the best ranges while minimizing our NET cost of goods
  • Negotiate product ranges, cost pricing, additional terms, exclusivity, distribution, and stock availability with suppliers
  • Work with suppliers to develop a strong understanding of the future technology roadmap and plan ahead for changes in customer trends and demand
  • Pricing the product range in line with agreed category CPI targets
  • Collaborate with merchandising to ensure accurate forecasting and maximize sales and stock turn
  • Provide and regularly review team members' objectives, priorities, and performance via Personal Development Review and one-to-ones
  • Joint ownership of trading the SIM Free category through all relevant channels
Requirements
  • Substantial buying experience working within a FMCG/Fashion or Hard Goods fast-paced retailer
  • Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage all supplier partnerships at differing levels of seniority
  • Customer champion with excellent commercial awareness and understanding of customer needs
  • Working knowledge of SharePoint, Teams, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Management/leadership experience of more than 1 direct report
What We Offer
  • Fantastic Colleague discounts with Currys and iD Mobile
  • Private medical insurance
  • Access to discretionary company bonus scheme
  • Life Assurance

We are committed to making inclusion and diversity part of everything we do, including how we strengthen our workforce. We want to make sure you have a fair opportunity to show us your talents during our application process.


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