Buyer | Peterborough | £32,000 - £35,000
A brand-new role in an expanding business, offering real autonomy, a chance to set strategy & some fantastic benefits. How much more do I need to say?!
This business, a specialist provider of garden products, are on the lookout for an experienced buyer who can help decide the procurement strategy, supplier partners are managed and ultimately, the business receives value for money.
There is a benefits scheme as long as your arm, including an employee share scheme! Plus, 25 days annual leave, a dog-friendly office, Xmas shutdown, retail gateways, life assurance, above average pension, and even more shares...
Your tasks will involve working with the category management team to set up a merchandising & buying strategy, have an involvement in product development discussions, building relationships with suppliers & customers, mould the sourcing strategy and make sure the business stays ahead of market changes.
What will you need?
- Solid experience in buying & buying cycles - ideally within a technical discipline (manufacturing, FMCG, engineering)
- Confidence in your ability to set procurement strategy & standards
- Fantastic communication skills, internally & externally
- Good stock management skills - demand forecasting, inventory management, merchandising
This role won't be around for long, so please apply now for immediate consideration!
For more information, please contact The ONE Group's Technical & Engineering Division on
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