At a Glance
- Tasks: Build relationships with suppliers and manage sourcing strategies in the fine wine and spirits market.
- Company: FINE+RARE, a global leader in fine wine and spirits asset management.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Exciting opportunities to travel and engage with suppliers and clients globally.
- Why this job: Join a tech-driven marketplace and make an impact in the fine wine and spirits industry.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills, data analysis proficiency, and a passion for the wine and spirits sector.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Who we are FINE+RARE is a global, technology-driven marketplace redefining the fine wine and spirits industry.
Our proprietary platform integrates e-commerce, portfolio management, and logistics to enhance customer engagement, optimise liquidity, and streamline transactions.
Operating across the U.
S., UK, Europe, and Asia, we combine data-led insights, deep industry relationships, and a multi-channel approach spanning account management, digital platforms, auctions, and events.
As one of the world’s largest fine wine and spirits asset managers, overseeing $750m+ in client assets, we provide collectors and investors with unrivalled access to the world’s rarest bottles and sophisticated portfolio solutions.
Role purpose As a Buyer for FINE+RARE, you will manage and develop supplier relationships as a key member of our global buying team.
This role combines commercial acumen, market insight and strong supplier engagement, with the ability to use technology and data to enhance sourcing strategy, improve commercial performance and drive operational efficiency.
The successful candidate will be systems-proficient, confident using digital tools, and able to analyse market and supplier data to support informed buying decisions, optimise supplier performance and identify new commercial opportunities.
Acting as an ambassador for FINE+RARE will be central to the role, particularly in building and strengthening direct supplier relationships, expanding our supplier network and supporting growth across existing and new markets.
Key responsibilities Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, wineries, and wider sourcing networks, managing pricing, allocations and new sourcing opportunities.
Serve as a primary point of contact between suppliers and internal teams, including Buying, Brand, Sales, and Logistics.
Support and lead campaign planning, including En Primeur, promotional launches, and supplier-led opportunities.
Use internal systems and digital tools to manage offers, track supplier performance, and analyse product lifecycle data.
Ensure timely, structured communication of offers, pricing, allocations and supporting content across teams using the company’s digital platforms.
Extract and interpret data from internal systems to assess supplier performance, inform buying decisions, and identify growth or margin opportunities.
Collaborate with the Brand team to align supplier content with commercial campaigns and digital initiatives.
Organise and attend supplier tastings, buying trips, and client visits to deepen supplier engagement, strengthen market insight and identify new opportunities.
Engage with clients and the Sales team to develop a robust understanding of demand trends, client expectations, and offer performance.
Stay current on market and competitor activity to proactively identify sourcing, pricing and margin opportunities.
Skills
Buyer employer: FINE+RARE
FINE+RARE is an exceptional employer that champions a dynamic and inclusive work culture, where innovation meets tradition in the fine wine and spirits industry. As a Buyer, you will benefit from unparalleled growth opportunities within a global marketplace, leveraging cutting-edge technology and data-driven insights to enhance your professional development. With a commitment to fostering strong supplier relationships and a collaborative environment, FINE+RARE empowers its employees to make meaningful contributions while enjoying the unique advantages of working in a vibrant, international setting.
