Senior Buyer – FMCG
North London
Up to £60,000
7 Month FTC
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Buyer to join a leading retailer based within their North London office.
You will be responsible for delivering a commercially focused product ranges that meet both company and team targets, while maintaining a strategic business focus to ensure continued growth in the core grocery category.
- Building & maintaining strong relationships with large FMCG suppliers
- Sourcing suppliers & negotiating best cost prices
- Analysing sales figures to plan successful future lines
- Review levels of own brand stock & ensure adequate levels are available and minimise risk
- Presenting reports, figures and trend information to the Senior Management team
- Dealing and resolving escalated supplier queries
- Analyse market trends and competitor activity
- Working with own brand development team to ensure new products adhere to department business plans
Key requirements for the role;
- Proven experience as Buyer / Senior Buyer / Buying Manager within a fast paced, FMCG environment preferably Food / Beverage / Non Food grocery
- Ability to influence and negotiate effectively
- Able to adapt swiftly in a fast paced, ever changing FMCG market.
- Good level of education, degree is preferable
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively at all levels
- Good working knowledge of budgets and managing conflicting projects
- Excellent understanding of all MS Office products including advanced Excel
If this sounds like a good fit for you and you are immediately available for contract positions please apply today
Senior Buyer - FMCG in Slough employer: Rise Resourcing
As a leading specialist retailer, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to take ownership of their projects. With a strong focus on personal and professional growth, we offer extensive training opportunities and the chance to work with talented teams in a vibrant location. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking company that values creativity and collaboration, making it an excellent place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the stationery industry.
