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Senior Buyer

Ref: AS1093371

PR25, UK

£45,000

  • Permanent
  • Product Sourcing Expert
  • Skilled Negotiator
  • Strategic Buyer

About the candidate

A results-oriented professional with an impressive background in product sourcing and buying, our candidate excels in the furniture and homewares sector. With a proven track record of enhancing sales and customer satisfaction, they bring deep insights into market trends and consumer preferences. This allows them to adeptly curate compelling product ranges that connect effectively with both current and potential customers.

Renowned for their outstanding negotiation skills and ability to build strong supplier relationships, the candidate effectively manages contracts and secures favorable terms. Their structured, proactive approach ensures operational excellence, meeting tight deadlines while aligning with strategic business goals.

What makes them great?

  • Sales Enhancement: Contributed to a 20% increase in sales by launching new collections in a national retail setting.
  • Critical Negotiator: Secured significant cost reductions, improving sourcing efficiency and reducing costs by 10% in a global manufacturing context.
  • Profit Margin Growth: Implemented strategic pricing models that increased profit margins by 15% in an e-commerce environment.

Areas of expertise

  • Product Curation: Deep understanding of market trends and consumer behaviour, expert in curating appealing product ranges.
  • Supplier Relations: Skilled in negotiating and managing relationships with domestic and international suppliers for optimum contract terms.
  • Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilises analytics to drive buying decisions and improve product profitability.