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Buyer

Ref: AS6557241

SK9, UK

£35,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Supplier Negotiations
  • Market Trend Analysis
  • Product Development

About the candidate

The candidate is an accomplished Buyer with over five years of experience in the buying and product management sectors, particularly focused on Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG). This professional excels in the pet food market, adept at spotting and adapting to market trends, negotiating supplier terms, and managing product ranges for optimum customer satisfaction. They are experienced in working in collaborative, cross-functional settings that ensure cohesive sales, marketing, and supply chain strategies.

Coming from a strong background that saw them enhancing category sales by 20% year over year at a regional FMCG company through strategic supplier negotiations and launching a new own-brand line, they have proven their capacity to effectively increase market presence and customer loyalty through innovative promotional strategies.

What makes them great?

  • Category Sales Increase: Demonstrated a significant 20% increase in pet food category sales year over year through strategic negotiations and a well-executed promotional strategy.
  • Operational Efficiency: Successfully identified cost-saving opportunities and improved supplier terms reducing operational costs and promoting sales growth while working at a mid-size wholesale distributor.
  • Product Development: Played a key role in the creation of new products and own-brand lines, consistently aligning with emerging market needs and driving business growth.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Supplier Negotiations: Expert in negotiating terms and pricing with suppliers to ensure cost-effectiveness and efficiency in product launches and ongoing supply.
  • Market Trend Analysis: Skilled in analysing market trends to align product offerings with consumer demands, thus ensuring category growth and customer retention.
  • Product Range Management: Proficient in developing and managing extensive product ranges, enhancing product lifecycle, and leading to substantial increases in customer engagement and sales.