Senior Buyer

4 weeks ago


Coventry, Coventry, United Kingdom Sainsbury's Full time

Role Overview

Sainsbury's is seeking a seasoned Senior Buyer to lead the buying function in our General Merchandise division. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for translating category strategies into profitable growth initiatives for product ranges.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the buying function, collaborating with cross-functional teams to guide the creation of customer-driven strategic visions.
  • Develop well-designed product ranges, ensuring the optimal balance between quality and price for own-label products.
  • Manage pricing strategies, negotiate supplier funding, and work towards enhancing profitability through effective trading plans and joint business plans with suppliers.
  • Lead and develop a high-performing buying team, executing range launches, promotions, and events while contributing to the financial management and success of the category.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need a strong commercial acumen and a proven track record in buying, preferably within a non-food omni-channel setting. Your ability to analyse complex data, understand market trends, and influence stakeholders at various levels will enable you to develop and execute category strategies that drive profitable growth and deliver exceptional customer propositions.

What We Offer

Sainsbury's is committed to being a truly inclusive retailer, and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. We offer a range of benefits, including colleague discount, pensions scheme, life cover, and performance-related bonus. You will also have access to a great range of discounts from hundreds of other retailers and be eligible for private healthcare.

Why Work with Us

At Sainsbury's, we believe in being brave, iterating, and learning as we go. Our General Merchandise team delivers all the non-food items for Sainsbury's, Habitat, and Argos customers, and we offer a multi-brand environment that allows you to work across most areas. You will have the opportunity to spend time on the shop floor to get closer to customers and bring a broad perspective and the full support of your manager with you wherever you decide to develop next.



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