Buyer - Everyday Confectionery

Bradford Source: WhatJobs
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Overview

In this role you will plan, source and negotiate a commercial, value-driven product range across channels to maximise sales and margin. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate customer insights into competitive propositions and ensure on-time delivery of ranges. You’ll analyse market data and benchmarks to inform decisions and drive category growth. This is a fast-paced, customer-focused opportunity at a leading Yorkshire retailer with opportunities to shape product ranges and supplier partnerships.

Pay / Benefits

  • Generous holiday entitlement
  • Discretionary bonus scheme
  • 15% supermarket and convenience store discount
  • Additional 10% discount for a friend or family member
  • Career progression and development opportunities
  • Subsidised staff canteen

Responsibilities

  • Maximise sales and profit in line with the budget plan
  • Regular competitor analysis, including range and price benchmarking
  • Market data analysis
  • Develop strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers
  • Deliver a customer-relevant range for UK and export customers
  • Manage the critical path and engage stakeholders for on-time delivery of ranges
  • Review sales and identify opportunities for category growth

Key requirements

  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Ability to influence across several work levels
  • Experience in a buying role in a retail and sales environment
  • Excellent time-management and organisation
  • Strong commercial awareness and customer-focused approach
  • Passion for product with attention to detail
  • Initiative and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Proactive and self-motivated
  • Collaborative and result-oriented
  • Data analysis
  • Market benchmarking
  • Stakeholder management

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