Buyer

London, UK

£45,000

• Permanent

About the candidate

The candidate is a seasoned Buyer with a robust background in the childrenswear and baby products industry. Their excellent capabilities have been honed across various positions, scaling from Buying Assistant at a prominent department store chain to a Buyer for a leading regional retail group. In these roles, the candidate consistently demonstrated the ability to manage comprehensive product portfolios, execute market research, and develop strategic supplier relationships.

Known for their strong negotiating skills and market insight, they contributed significantly to their previous roles by surpassing margin targets and reducing lead times through effective supplier management and process improvement. The candidate's adaptability and proactive training approach have also enhanced team performance and development within fast-paced environments.

What makes them great?

• Exceptional Negotiator: Successfully negotiated terms that consistently exceeded margin targets, underscoring robust commercial acumen.
• Team Leadership and Development: Highly effective in leading teams and uplifting skills, particularly in fast-paced and dynamic settings.
• Process Optimisation: Played a pivotal role in streamlining the product development processes, achieving significant reductions in lead times.

Areas of expertise

• Strategic Supplier Management: Expert in nurturing and sustaining productive supplier relations, ensuring quality and adherence to strict compliance standards.
• Product Portfolio Development: Proven track record in sourcing, developing, and managing a diverse range of products, particularly in childrenswear, effectively balancing creative and commercial priorities.
• Market Analysis: Skilled in conducting thorough market and competitor analysis to inform strategic buying decisions and product line developments.