At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead category strategy for Fresh Food, driving sales and customer satisfaction.
- Company: Join a leading UK retailer with a focus on innovation and quality.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, excellent benefits, and hybrid working options.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth in a fast-paced environment.
- Why this job: Shape the future of Fresh Food and make a real impact in retail.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in buying Fresh Food with strong negotiation skills.
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 customer propositions focused on quality, value and innovation
- Drive continuous improvement in category performance and customer experience
- Promote a high-performance culture, supporting the development and growth of colleagues
- Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and supplier standards
About You
You will be an experienced Buying Manager or Senior Buyer with a proven track record in Fresh Food categories and delivering commercial growth within a fast-paced retail environment.
You will demonstrate:
- Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and supplier management skills
- Experience developing and implementing successful category strategies
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- A customer-focused approach with a passion for delivering exceptional product ranges
- Experience operating within complex, competitive markets
- The ability to influence, collaborate and drive results across multiple business functions
- High levels of drive, energy and enthusiasm, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Buying professional to join a highly successful organisation and play a key role in shaping the future of a major Fresh Food category.
Buying Manager - Fresh Produce in Bradford employer: KAG Recruitment Consultancy
Join a leading UK retailer as a Buying Manager - Fresh in Bradford, where you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a competitive salary, bonus structure, and excellent benefits, this role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the Fresh Food category while enjoying a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance. Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and a customer-focused approach, ensuring your contributions are recognised and rewarded.
Contact Details:
KAG Recruitment Consultancy Recruitment Team
