Buying Manager

2 weeks ago


Merseyside UK, North West England, United Kingdom Rise Resourcing Full time

A leading food retailer in the North West of England is looking to recruit a Senior Buyer to oversee the Buying and Category Strategy for one of their Frozen Food ranges, by effectively sourcing and negotiating the optimum cost price with suppliers. The company are a winner of multiple awards for their products and service and have won awards in recognition of the way the treat their employees.


About the Role

The jobholder will be accountable for developing and bringing to market a profitable category range using their excellent market and product knowledge. You will be required to identify and source new suppliers as well as optimising terms with the current supply base. The role will involve a significant amount of sourcing, innovating and developing products for their own label ranges as well as managing relationships with the large processors and suppliers in both the UK and Internationally. You will also be required to manage the price files associated with the contracts and to execute in season promotional activity to optimise sales, profit and supplier income.


About you

With Buying / Trading experience in the FMCG Retail sector, you will have complete freedom and autonomy to manage your category from top to bottom and have a proven track record of building strong relationships with suppliers and implementing the category strategy to maximise sales. You will have ultimate accountability for margin and profitability, whilst ensuring that the business stays one step ahead of their competitors, sets retail trends and meets consumer needs. This will be underpinned by your outstanding negotiation skills along with strong commercial acumen.


What you’ll get in return

The successful applicant will be paid a highly competitive salary of £65-75,000, dependent on experience, with a benefits package that includes healthcare, 25 days holidays (increasing with service), contributory pension and a host of other incentives. However, just as importantly, this will provide the job holder with the opportunity to make their mark in a fast growing, vibrant and innovative business where colleagues are encouraged to make a difference.


What to do now

If you believe you have the background, skills and experience outlined above, and are ready for a new challenge where you can make a genuine difference, please apply now with an up-to-date copy of your CV.


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