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Buyer

Ref: AS2817554

Plymouth, UK

£39,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Retail Buying
  • Supplier Management Expert
  • Improved Sales

About the candidate

The candidate is a distinguished Buyer from the retail sector with considerable expertise in handling perishable and seasonal goods. Their experience spans nationally renowned grocery retailers to regional retail chains, enhancing their adeptness at both strategic and operational levels. Particularly skilled in managing supplier relationships across the UK and Europe, they are praised for their ability to negotiate exceptional terms while maintaining high product quality standards. With a knack for assessing market trends and anticipating demand, the candidate has significantly contributed to the introduction of successful seasonal product ranges, resulting in impressive sales uplifts.

Operating effectively within fast-paced environments, they excel in organising and coordinating with multiple stakeholders. Their analytical prowess and forward-thinking approach allow for the development of innovative promotional strategies that improve product visibility and customer engagement, especially during peak seasons.

What makes them great?

  • Increased Sales and Customer Footfall: Instrumental in launching seasonal products that increased sales and customer engagement by effectively predicting market trends.
  • Enhanced Stock Management: Improved stock turnover and reduced wastage by 15% through better inventory and delivery schedule management in line with food safety regulations.
  • Cost Reduction and Efficiency Improvements: Through adept negotiation and strategic supplier management, consistently achieved cost savings and improved efficiencies.

Areas of expertise

  • Retail Buying Strategy: Proven ability at strategic management of retail buying categories, particularly seasonal and perishable goods.
  • Supplier Relationship Management: Extensive experience in nurturing productive partnerships and negotiating favourable terms with suppliers across various European markets.
  • Promotional and Marketing Collaboration: Collaborated closely with marketing teams to develop promotional strategies that significantly increase product visibility and sales.