International Range and Trading Specialist
ID
2022-27300
Job Locations
ENG-Somerset-Yeovil
Category
Other
Type
Permanent Full Time
Location : Location
ENG-Somerset-Yeovil
Job Post Information* : External Company Name
Screwfix
Job Post Information* : External Company URL
www.screwfix.com
Location : Postal Code
BA22 8RT
Location : Address
Trade House, Mead Avenue
Telecommute
No
- Define and deliver the brand and product strategy for a subset of categories.
- Negotiate with local and international suppliers to secure access to the right products and brands at the right price, to deliver the category strategy.
- Use market insight and financial modelling, together with input from UK colleagues to set and maintain the pricing levels for categories. Understand gaps in our offer and opportunities to lead.
- Create and execute a trading plan for the ‘Development’ categories within Screwfix. Analyse historical sales performance to identify the right products to promote. Work with UK colleagues to utilise the scale of Screwfix to access deals that are right for Screwfix International.
- Work with multiple functions to develop and document a process to improve how we create our trading plan.
- Work with local and international suppliers to create and secure market-leading promotions
- Identify opportunities to improve the information we present to our customers to buy products and work with suppliers and our team of data and web merchandising experts to execute these improvements.
- Demonstrate success in category / range management, product sourcing and supplier negotiations.
- Retail trading experience either as a buyer or in a similar role.
- Competent user of Excel and PowerPoint presentation skills a necessity.
- Understanding and confidence with commercial financial reporting.
- Experience of International working.
Benefits
- 33 days’ holiday
- Award winning pension scheme – up to 14% Kingfisher contribution
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- 20% discount with Screwfix and B&Q
- Discounted healthcare and life cover
- Loyalty recognition & company share save scheme
- In-house training and development
Sustainability at Screwfix
We are committed to running our operations sustainably and supporting our customers to make sustainable choices. We want every colleague to feel involved and to champion sustainability in their area, ensuring that sustainability is at the heart of how we work.
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Our policy is to employ the best qualified people and provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees including promotion and training and not to discriminate against any person because of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief or disability.
If you require any additional support or adjustments to help you make an application, please contact us at careers@screwfix.com
International Range and Trading Specialist in Yeovil employer: Screwfix
At Screwfix, we pride ourselves on being a dynamic and customer-focused employer that values its people. As an Assistant Manager in our City Store, you'll benefit from excellent training, a supportive work culture, and opportunities for career growth, all while enjoying perks like 33 days of annual leave and a generous pension scheme. Join us to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced retail environment where your leadership can shine and your contributions are recognised.
