Purchasing Specialist
6 days ago
As a key member of our FMCG category team, you will be responsible for purchasing and supplying products within the range. This involves building category strategies, ensuring timely product launches, and managing stock levels to meet customer demands.
This is a hybrid role based at our Customer Support Centre in Walsall, where you will work closely with the Senior Buyer and broader category team to drive category performance.
We are committed to excellence, inclusion, and sustainability, and our behaviours of Love our customers, Care for our colleagues, and Protect the Pounds and Euros guide everything we do.
Key Responsibilities- Accountability for the category's performance, spotting opportunities and threats, and resolving issues through close collaboration with the category team.
- Purchasing and supply of all products within the category, from conception to the bottom line.
- Ensuring products are in line with current and future trends, and cultivating relationships with suppliers to offer customers amazing products at unbeatable prices.
- Negotiating costs and delivery timescales in line with company budget and KPIs.
- Visiting factories to develop ranges, negotiate costs, and explore new markets in developing countries/economies.
- Liaising with Merchandisers on sourcing products that meet promotional and seasonal activity.
- At least 3 years' experience as a Buyer.
- A degree or equivalent would be desirable.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills.
- Good numeracy and Excel skills.
- Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage own workload.
Poundland & Dealz is a retail powerhouse with over 900 stores and nearly 18,000 dedicated colleagues across the UK and Republic of Ireland. We offer unparalleled value to millions of customers, and our commitment to excellence, inclusion, and sustainability forms the foundation of our culture.
We believe in creating an environment where every colleague can thrive and contribute to our mission. Our behaviours of Love our customers, Care for our colleagues, and Protect the Pounds and Euros guide everything we do, and we empower our team members to be the best versions of themselves while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.
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