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AV. com has been in operation since 2003 and was welcomed into the Gear4Music family at the start of 2022. With its roots in Bacup, Lancashire, a dedicated website (AV. com) and 26,000 square ft of warehouse space to stock a wide range of brands, AV. com specialises in domestic high-fidelity audio and home cinema equipment. We even offer our very own made-to-order cable service. With team members based in both Bacup and York, AV. com is able to provide on-site demonstrations and expert sales advice just a stones-throw away from Manchester, Leeds and Liverpool. Although a competitive market, our aim is to become a household name for online audio/visual retail across Europe. As Category Manager for home cinema and Hi-Fi equipment, the successful candidate will work with the Head of Purchasing to play a crucial role within our team at AV. com, dealing with manufacturers and suppliers in person and via telephone & email from around the globe. As the successful candidate you will be using our bespoke internal systems to process purchase orders, managing stock inventory, pricing and margins for our international ecommerce business. Ultimately this role will be dedicated to the continual commercial development, improvement, and extension of the product categories. This position would suit a professional with experience of working within a similar role in purchasing or with a background in the audio-visual industry! Main Duties & Responsibilities Collaborate regularly with manufacturers and suppliers, fostering strong partnerships and building new relationships. Driving sales and profit growth in line with company objectives Identify market trends and identify potential product gaps and opportunities. Efficiently manage purchase orders and invoice queries. Ensuring stock is available and competitively priced. Providing product and brand knowledge to the customer services department. Market and competitor analysis. Inventory housekeeping. Working alongside the distribution centres on delivery arrivals and queries. Coordinating with internal departments to deliver positive results. Your Skills and Experience: What We're Looking For Experience working in a results driven purchasing or equivalent commercial role. IT proficient with an advanced knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office programs. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal. Keen attention to detail and strong organisational abilities. Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Self-motivated attitude with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Strong time management skills, ensuring that deadlines are met. A positive and adaptable approach to change and challenges. A personal interest and knowledge in Home Cinema and Hi-Fi equipment is desirable but not essential. What we'll give you Alongside the benefit of working with a fantastic bunch of talented people, we are committed to providing a well-rounded benefits package that includes development opportunities and support for your wellbeing: Generous discount scheme across our full range of music and home entertainment products. Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7 caring & compassionate support across a wide range of areas. Access to 30 qualified Mental Health First Aiders across the business, demonstrating our commitment to prioritising mental health & wellbeing support as a 'Mindful Employer'. Free car parking and electric charging points. Our modern office space features an onsite caf and bar where we hold regular social events. A relaxed dress code and a great coffee machine to make your day more enjoyable. Plus the following: employee referral scheme, employer pension scheme, corporate eyecare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, company sick pay scheme, enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay, annual flu vaccinations, access to the 26-day per annum WFH policy where job roles permit. We have an open, collaborative, and friendly culture, and offer a supportive learning environment for people to grow and develop a career with us. Location: York - Holgate HQ Contract: Permanent, Full time Salary: Competitive REF-213 853
Are you a Buying Manager or Senior Buyer with category experience in Home/Gifting /Arts & Crafts/Seasonal Do you have a strong background in Far East Sourcing and a passion for product? We are looking for a Buying Manager to lead a talented buying team for a leading omni-channel retailer of seasonal products. This is a great role as the Buying Manager will shape and lead the development of new and exciting product ranges which contributes to the overarching Commercial Strategy If you are a Buying Manager with a keen eye for product, understands the product development process and can translate the strategy into finding the right products for the customer then this could be the role for you The Buying Manager role: Lead the product development process, and build range plans from strategy to launch Lead Far East product development trips for your category Role model Leadership qualities Actively support and promote a high performance culture in the Buying team, to support the teams personal and professional growth and ensure successful career development Demonstrate high levels of awareness of market data, competitor ranges, upcoming trends and customer perceptions About You: Experience working with product in one or more of the following categories preferred: Home/Gifting/Occasion/Seasonal Events A creative flair and a strong eye for product is a must! Sound experience in critical path management, with the foresight to take corrective action to resolve issues with key stakeholders Ability to challenge current ways of working to achieve efficiencies, drive profitability and manage your team resource Experience in supplier relationship management, for both FOB and Domestic supply base. Overseas travel will be required The role comes with a strong package and a sensible flexible/ hybrid approach to working Please get in touch today for a more detailed conversation. BBBH30509 NOTE - All emails from will be sent from the following domain @ zacharydaniels.co.uk & we will never contact you via WhatsApp without calling you prior nor would we ever ask for any financial information