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Buyer

Ref: AS9637359

London, UK

£60,000

  • Permanent
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Enhanced Supplier Relationships
  • Sustainable Sourcing

About the candidate

Our candidate is an accomplished Buyer, with a distinguished career marked by in-depth involvement in the retail sector, specialising in children's fashion. They have sound experience in category management, adept at negotiating terms to the company's advantage and curating profitable product assortments. Adept at leveraging market data and trends, this professional makes informed buying decisions that boost sales performance. Their collaborative and inspiring approach in team settings fosters creativity and professional growth among teammates.

In their most recent roles, they have demonstrated significant capabilities in negotiating contracts with suppliers, contributing to enhanced supplier relationships and improved profit margins. Their strategic insights have facilitated sustainable sourcing practices and the implementation of data-driven strategies that significantly boosted sales figures. This professional is an analytical thinker with an exceptional ability to anticipate market trends and align them with company goals.

What makes them great?

  • Proven Revenue Improvement - implemented strategies that led to a 20% increase in sales year-over-year at a national fashion brand.
  • Margin Enhancement - through stellar negotiation, enhanced margin contributions by 15% at a mid-size retailer.
  • Expertise in Sustainable Practices - played a pivotal role in developing sustainable sourcing practices, aligning with corporate responsibility standards.

Areas of expertise

  • Category Management - efficiently managing product lifecycles from concept to market, leading to strong sales performance and supplier relationships.
  • Negotiation & Supplier Collaboration - skilled in forging relationships and negotiating contracts that benefit both sides.
  • Data-Driven Decision Making - utilising market data effectively to optimise product choices and increase profitability.