Senior Buyer - Food (Leeds)

Senior Buyer – Private Label Food

Leeds

This fast-growing retailer is looking to hire a Senior Buyer who will be responsible for putting together the range for the food category, with a focus on ambient and impulse food categories. With ambitious plans to grow the category they are looking for an experienced and driven Buyer who can add real value to the business.

About the role

Reporting to the Head of Buying, this will be an important role to the business, where you will You will play a pivotal role in shaping the product assortment, ensuring they offer exceptional value to their customers. There will be a key focus on driving profitability by renegotiating cost prices with major brands and direct suppliers. You will also identify gaps in the product range and strategically source products to enhance and expand the offering. You will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, with ultimate accountability for margin and profitability of your category.

About the Person

This would suit someone with a retail or wholesale Buying background who has strong experience of buying private label food products. You will have excellent supply base management and negotiation skills as well as a proven track record of success in driving cost efficiencies and adding value through the identification of commercial opportunities.

What you’ll get in return:

The position comes with a competetive salary up to £60k DOE

What to do now:

If you believe you have the background, skills and experience outlined above, and are ready for a new challenge where you can make a genuine difference, please apply now with an up-to-date copy of your CV