Alcoholic Beverage and E-Cigarette Category Procurement Expert

6 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom JD Full time

About JD

JD is a leading retailer seeking a talented Category Buyer-Alcoholic Beverage/E-Cigarette to join our team. As a key member of our procurement team, you will be responsible for driving category growth and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive sourcing strategy to ensure competitive pricing and product availability.
  • Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure the best deals for our customers.
  • Manage sourcing processes and purchase order management to maintain sufficient stock levels and optimize inventory turnover.
  • Collaborate with the marketing team to plan and execute promotional campaigns.
  • Monitor and optimize category-specific metrics, including conversion rates and margin.

Requirements

  1. Bachelor-level education or equivalent intellectual capacity.
  2. 5+ years of experience in retail merchandising as a category buyer or trader, preferably in the e-commerce industry.
  3. Experience in negotiating contracts, managing vendor relationships, and driving category growth.
  4. Proficient in English and proficient in using Excel and Business Intelligence.

Estimated Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000 per year



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