Buyer (12 Months Fixed Term Contract)
Salary: Competitive
Location: Booths Central Office, Longridge Road, Ribbleton, PR2 5BX
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
ContractType: Fixed Term - 12 month contract
Closing date: 16/08/26
Working pattern
This is a full time position with a contract of 37.5 hours per week based at our Central Office Monday through to Friday. This is a Fixed Term contract for a 12 month period to cover a period of maternity leave.
The Role
The purpose of this role is todeliver a customer offer that supports Booths’ overall strategy and values and delivers our commercial and financial objectives. Previous buying experience is essential.
Accountabilities:
- To lead by example in delivering a high level of customer service through our warm northern welcome to every customer, internal and external each and every time
- Deliver the KPIs against the Commercial Scorecard, reviewing sales performance and amending plans to ensure that we are continually growing category sales, volume and profit.
- Know and understand the relevant retail market and the category performance within that.
- Lead range reviews through effective cross functional working to ensure timely delivery of results.
- Source, develop and manage credible and commercially viable ranges, end to end.
- Establish and maintain ongoing relationships with suppliers to maximise buying terms and create value in the supply chain.
For further information please see the below Job Description.
About
At Booths, you’re more than an employee, you’re part of the family. We’ve been family-run since 1847, and that spirit runs through everything we do. When you join our team, you’ll feel supported, valued, and inspired to be your best.
We believe in three things:People, Product, and Place. That means looking after each other, championing great food and drink, and creating welcoming stores where our customers and colleagues feel at home.
Working for us has great rewards:
- Discount card, 25% off Café, lunchtime and Hot Counter, 20% off Meat, Fish, Fruit and Vegetables, 10% off Licensed,15% off everything else
- Shopping discounts with my Booths benefits
- Wellbeing support
- Pension
Please Note: If we receive a significant number of applications then we may close applications for this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date.
Job Description: Buyer
Buyer (12 months Fixed Term Contract) in Preston employer: Booths
Booths in England is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment where part-time Fresh Counter Specialists can thrive. With flexible hours, employee discounts, and pension benefits, we prioritise the well-being and growth of our team members, making it a rewarding place to enhance your career while enjoying a meaningful role in customer service.
