Retail Buyer
Ref: AS5506139
Chester, England
£40,000
- Permanent
- Product Sourcing
- Supplier Management
- Stock Forecasting
About the candidate
A commercially minded retail buying professional with over five years’ experience across product sourcing, supplier management, stock control and forecasting. They have worked across a mix of retail environments, including a regional visitor attraction, a medium-sized retail business and a large multi-site retail chain.
They are confident managing multiple product categories, using sales data to make informed buying decisions and working closely with suppliers and internal teams to improve range performance. Available to start in two weeks, they are now looking for a permanent opportunity where they can continue to drive sales, margin and operational improvements.
What makes them great?
- Strong Commercial Impact: Achieved around a 15% reduction in procurement costs through effective supplier negotiations and improved buying processes.
- Data-Led Decision Making: Helped implement a new forecasting approach that improved stock turnover by around 20% and reduced stock holding costs.
- Collaborative Retail Mindset: Works well with marketing, suppliers and buying teams to launch customer-focused products and support sales growth during key trading periods.
Areas of expertise
- Product Sourcing & Range Development: Experienced in identifying new product opportunities, developing ranges and aligning buying decisions with customer trends.
- Supplier Management: Skilled in building positive supplier relationships, negotiating terms and supporting quality, sustainability and delivery standards.
- Stock Forecasting & Inventory Control: Confident using sales data and forecasting tools to optimise stock levels, improve turnover and reduce excess inventory.