Buyer Leeds, West Yorkshire
Elevation Recruitment Group are searching for a Buyer to join fast-growing company in the Wholesale industry based in Leeds.
We are looking for individuals with a background in Wholesale products like gifting, furnishings, gardening, outdoor, accessories, homeware, seasonal products, or DIY.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and evaluate potential suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability
- Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to secure favourable terms and conditions
- Conduct market research to stay updated on industry trends, competitor products, and consumer preferences
- Analyse sales trends and inventory levels to forecast product demand
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement measures to reduce expenses
- Work closely with sales and marketing teams to understand customer needs and preferences
Experience & Qualifications Required:
- Experience in stock clearance and/or discount wholesale trade is required
- Establishing and maintaining progressive relationships with suppliers
- Be a fantastic communicator with strong interpersonal skills and have the confidence to speak to people at different seniority levels
- You should understand sales behaviour and be able to consult with suppliers to gain their product at the right price
- Develop an understanding of how suppliers work in order to determine who the decision-makers are and have the ability to build a successful relationship and value proposition to meet theirs and yours needs
- Make contact and forming productive and profitable relationships
- Be a driven, tenuous individual with a will to succeed
What's On Offer:
- Uncapped bonus scheme
- Expenses
- 28 days holiday inclusive of BH
- 9-5 Mon-Thurs, Fri Finish at 4pm
- Free on-site parking.
- Pension scheme
- International travel