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Buyer

Ref: AS4385702

London, UK

£43,000

  • Permanent
  • Cost Reduction Specialist
  • Strategic Sourcing Expert
  • Supplier Relationship Manager

About the candidate

The candidate is a well-experienced Buyer specialising in the home improvement and textiles sectors. With a robust career history in procuring high-quality products and driving supplier negotiations, they bring a wealth of industry knowledge and strategic insight. Their work ethos is marked by a meticulous approach to aligning procurement strategies with broader market trends, thus ensuring significant cost savings and quality enhancements. The candidate is known for their ability to navigate fast-paced environments, demonstrating adaptability and a proactive attitude in various procurement roles.

Throughout their career, they have successfully spearheaded initiatives that have realised substantial cost reductions and profit increases, thanks to their analytical skills and keen ability to fine-tune sourcing strategies to meet business demands. Their professional journey spans roles from managing extensive categories in the textile industry to overseeing critical buying processes in the home improvement retail sector, making them a valuable asset to any organisation looking to strengthen their procurement function.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction: Demonstrated ability to reduce sourcing costs by 20%, significantly impacting the bottom line while maintaining high product quality.
  • Profit Margin Improvement: Successfully increased profit margins by 15% through strategic supplier negotiations and optimised product selection.

Areas of expertise

  • Supplier Negotiation: Skilled in negotiating terms and managing relationships, ensuring favourable terms that benefit both the company and its partners.
  • Sourcing Strategy Development: Expert in analysing market trends and aligning them with company goals to create effective and efficient procurement strategies.
  • Vendor Relationship Management: Proven track record of establishing and maintaining strong supplier relations, fostering mutual trust and ongoing collaboration.