At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead category strategy for Fresh Food, driving sales and customer satisfaction.
- Company: Join a leading UK retailer with a strong focus on fresh produce.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, excellent benefits, and hybrid working options.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the fresh food sector while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in buying and strong negotiation skills required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
K.A.G. Recruitment is partnering exclusively with a leading UK retailer in their search to find a Buying Manager – Fresh to join their Commercial team based in Bradford.
Salary: 55,000 – 65,000 DOE + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week (Hybrid working – minimum 3 days office based)
Purpose of the Role: As the Buying Manager – Fresh, you will be responsible for developing and delivering category plans across a high-spend Fresh Food category, ensuring the delivery of commercially competitive ranges that drive sales, profit and customer satisfaction. Working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will lead category strategy development, negotiate supplier agreements and utilise customer and market insight to deliver compelling propositions that support business growth and profitability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver category plans for a complex Fresh Food category, driving sales, profitability and margin performance.
- Negotiate with suppliers, build strong partnerships and implement robust supplier plans.
- Use customer insight, market trends and competitor analysis to develop effective category strategies.
- Work cross-functionally to deliver compelling propositions.
Buying Manager – Fresh Produce employer: K.A.G. Recruitment Consultancy Ltd
K.A.G. Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading UK retailer that offers an exceptional work environment for the Buying Manager – Fresh role in Bradford. With a competitive salary and bonus structure, employees benefit from a hybrid working model, fostering a healthy work-life balance. The company prioritises professional growth, providing ample opportunities for career advancement while promoting a collaborative culture that values innovation and customer satisfaction.
Contact Details:
K.A.G. Recruitment Consultancy Ltd Recruitment Team
