At a Glance
- Tasks: Source and develop exciting product ranges that customers will love.
- Company: A collaborative retail company passionate about quality and customer experience.
- Benefits: Autonomy, creative freedom, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities to manage multiple projects and collaborate across teams.
- Why this job: Join a team where your ideas matter and buying is at the heart of success.
- Qualifications: Experience in buying, strong negotiation skills, and a passion for products.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
What can I expect?
Buying is about far more than negotiating the best price.
It's about spotting the next trend, building strong supplier relationships and creating ranges that customers genuinely want to buy.
If you're someone who enjoys discovering new products, working with suppliers and seeing your decisions come to life on the shop floor, this could be a great opportunity.
You'll take ownership of your own product categories, working closely with suppliers and colleagues to build commercially successful ranges that delight customers and deliver strong results.
It's a role that offers plenty of variety, autonomy and the chance to make a genuine impact in a business where buying sits at the heart of everything they do.
About the job As a Buyer, you'll be responsible for sourcing, developing and managing commercially successful product ranges across a portfolio of categories.
Working closely with suppliers, internal teams and senior colleagues, you'll ensure the right products are in the right place at the right time, while balancing quality, availability and profitability.
Negotiating prices, trading terms, lead times and promotional opportunities will of course play a part too, as will monitoring product performance and using sales data to maximise profitability.
This is a role for someone who enjoys balancing creativity with commercial thinking and takes pride in delivering products that customers love.
The company They've built their reputation through strong supplier partnerships, quality products and a genuine passion for delivering a great customer experience.
Despite their continued growth, they've maintained a collaborative, down-to-earth culture where people are trusted to make decisions, share ideas and contribute to the success of the business.
Buying plays a central role in that success, making this an opportunity to join a team where your contribution will be genuinely valued.
Who will love this job?
Someone who: Has been a Buyer within garden retail, horticulture, home & leisure, DIY or another relevant retail category Enjoys building strong supplier relationships Has excellent negotiation and commercial skills Uses data to make informed buying decisions but isn't afraid to trust their instincts Is organised, proactive and able to manage multiple projects at once Enjoys working collaboratively across different teams Has a genuine interest in products and what makes customers buy them Whether you're looking to broaden your category responsibility or join a business where buying is truly valued, this could be an excellent next step.
For more details, call Lucy on 01780 480530 or email .
TPBN1_UKTJ
Buyer employer: MorePeople
Join a leading UK food manufacturing business in Quarrington, where you will thrive in a dynamic work environment that values innovation and teamwork. With a structured shift pattern and a strong focus on employee development, this role offers excellent opportunities for continuous improvement and career growth, making it an ideal place for skilled Electrical Engineers looking to make a meaningful impact in the FMCG sector.
