At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage relationships with top tool brands and drive commercial success.
- Company: Dynamic company in Milton Keynes focused on branded tools.
- Benefits: Direct access to senior management and significant impact on growth.
- Other info: Hands-on role with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Take ownership of buying decisions and shape the future of our brand partnerships.
- Qualifications: Experience in tools, hardware, or construction sectors is preferred.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 £ per year.
We’re looking for an experienced Senior Buying Manager / Head of Buying – Branded Tools to join our team in Milton Keynes. This is a key commercial role focused on managing and developing relationships with major professional tool brands such as Milwaukee, DeWalt, Makita, Bosch, HiKOKI and others.
The role will take ownership of:
- Supplier negotiations and commercial terms
- Stock, availability and range management
- Margin improvement
- Rebates and promotional support
- Supplier relationships
- Buying discipline and team development
This role is specifically focused on UK and European branded suppliers and will not involve sourcing own-brand products from China. We’re looking for someone who understands that good buying is not just about placing orders. It’s about margin, stock turn, cash, supplier relationships and making strong commercial decisions. Experience within tools, hardware, construction products, trade supplies or a similar sector would be ideal.
This is a hands-on role with real responsibility, direct access to senior management and the opportunity to have a significant impact on the next stage of our growth.
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Senior Buying Manager in Milton Keynes employer: Tools4Trade
Join our dynamic team in Milton Keynes as a Senior Buying Manager, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping our relationships with leading tool brands. We pride ourselves on a collaborative work culture that fosters professional growth and offers direct access to senior management, ensuring your contributions are recognised and impactful. With competitive benefits and a focus on employee development, this is an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful difference in the tools and hardware sector.
