Job Title:
Buyer
Salary: £37,500 to £40,000 per annum
Location:
Bishops Stortford
Term:
Fixed Term Contract - Maternity Cover
Are you passionate about products and skilled at sourcing the best quality at competitive prices? We have an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to join my client's team on a fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. This role is crucial in delivering their strategic vision and financial plans by ensuring they provide a balanced and attractive product offering to their customers. A 4 day week would be considered for this role and hybrid working is offered after successful completion of probationary period.
Key Responsibilities:
- Product Sourcing: Anticipate and meet customer needs by offering a balanced product range that aligns with price points and quality standards.
- Industry Insights: Maintain a deep understanding of industry trends and commercial knowledge to keep their product offerings competitive and innovative.
- Supplier Negotiations: Develop and sustain strong relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders to negotiate optimal terms and conditions.
- Cost Pricing: Use your commercial acumen to finalise and approve cost pricing for products, ensuring they meet financial goals.
- Product Development: Deliver seasonal and innovative products according to the critical path timelines.
- Performance Analysis: Collaborate with merchandisers to analyse product performance and customer feedback, making informed recommendations for future ranges.
- Process Management: Support and refine product processes, contributing to the development of new working procedures.
- Supplier Management: Work with the Merchandise Team to identify and manage supplier relationships, including growth, maintenance, and exit strategies.
- Trade Show Attendance: Attend trade shows to explore new supply routes and strengthen existing supplier relationships.
- Team Management: Oversee an assistant, fostering their professional growth and development.
- Content Accuracy: Ensure product information, images, and packaging briefs are accurate and completed on time for new products.
- Quality Control: Partner with QC to ensure product compliance, address high return rates, and improve products based on customer reviews.
Person Specification:
- Product Passion: A genuine enthusiasm for products and a clear understanding of customer motivations.
- Market Insight: Familiarity with our current offerings and a vision for how we can innovate and evolve in the market.
- Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiating experience with suppliers across the UK, Europe, China, and globally.
- Organisational Skills: Ability to multitask, maintain focus, and ensure accuracy, with a keen attention to detail.
- Communication: Excellent communication and teamwork skills, fostering positive relationships with stakeholders.
- Collaborative Spirit: Ability to work effectively with various teams across the business.
- Previous buying experience is essential
- Ideally immediately available
Salary & Terms:
£37,500 to £40,000 per annum or pro rata if working 4 days per week
Fixed Term Contract - c.9-12 months
Hours: 9-5.30pm
Monday to Friday or a 4 day week would also be considered
Hybrid 3 days in the office and 2 days at home after successful probationary period
Join my client's dynamic team and contribute to their continued success by bringing your expertise and passion for products to this exciting Buyer role. If you're ready to make a significant impact and grow with us, we'd love to hear from you!