Buyer

Dartford Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

In this role you will manage stock purchasing, forecasting and product maintenance to ensure the right stock in the right quantities at the right time. You will work closely with suppliers and internal teams to optimise availability, manage orders and maintain accurate product data. You will shape how inventory supports school buyers and PE initiatives, contributing to the growth of Sports Directory within Frasers Group. This is an opportunity to drive commercial impact across a broad, physical-product portfolio in a dynamic retail environment.

Pay / Benefits

Frasers Champion
Retail Reconnect
Fearless 1200
Frasers Fit
Retail Trust

Responsibilities

Review and update forecasts using sales, demand, seasonality and promotions
Compare actual sales to forecasts and adjust purchasing plans
Calculate stock requirements considering stock on hand, incoming orders, lead times and order quantities
Place purchase orders and confirm costs, quantities and delivery schedules
Monitor outstanding orders and maintain accurate delivery dates
Identify stock shortages, excess stock and slow-moving lines and take action
Maintain purchasing parameters (lead times, order multiples, minimum stock levels)
Set up and maintain product records, pricing and specifications
Enrich product descriptions, images and key information for website/catalogue
Ensure products are correctly categorised and ready for launch
Manage updates, discontinued lines and replacements
Build supplier relationships and resolve pricing, delivery and availability issues
Hold regular supplier meetings to review forecasts, stock availability, and performance
Negotiate costs and delivery arrangements; review supplier performance and resolve issues
Support range reviews and product sourcing; collaborate with internal teams to meet deadlines

Key requirements

Experience in buying/purchasing/replenishment/stock planning with physical products
Direct experience reviewing forecasts and placing purchase orders
Experience managing outstanding orders and supplier delivery dates
Strong Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables, sales/stock analysis)
Experience using purchasing, inventory or ERP systems
Understanding of stock cover, lead times, costs and margins
Strong organisation, attention to detail and prioritisation
Confident communication and ability to resolve supplier issues