Buyer - Food Services

4 weeks ago


London UK, UK, United Kingdom Rise Resourcing Full time

Buyer – Food Services

Central London – Hybrid Working

Up to £50,000 + bonus & benefits + additional Car Allowance


I am currently recruiting for an experienced Buyer to join an established retailer. This is a great opportunity for a focused Buyer to join the growing Food division within their London head office. (Hybrid Working available)


As a Buyer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing the range strategy to maximise the budgeted financial business targets ensuring the right products are purchased at the correct prices and within the relevant time frames.


  • Responsible for maximising the delivery of the Sales / Margin & Stock turn of your category range to deliver a market beating product and seasonal proposition.
  • Building & maintaining strong relationships with suppliers
  • Sourcing suppliers & negotiating best cost prices to improve margins
  • Ensuring selected product lines achieve availability timeframes
  • Presenting product range & trend information to the Senior Management team
  • Monitoring & reviewing competitor information to ensure your product area stays relevant in a changing market
  • Managing your category budget
  • Analysing sales figures to plan successful future lines


Key requirements for the role.

  • Proven previous experience as a Buyer within a retail environment is essential (preferably a food category / would consider FMCG background)
  • Ability to influence and negotiate effectively at all levels
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively at all levels
  • Able to adapt swiftly in a fast paced, ever changing seasonal retail market.
  • Excellent numerical ability, with an analytical mindset
  • Strong IT skills including MS Office


If you think you have the right experience as a Buyer and are looking to develop your career within an established well-loved global retailer who can offer a fantastic remuneration with strong benefits, then get in touch and apply today.


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