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Senior Buyer

Ref: AS3554266

Croydon, UK

£44,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Category Management
  • Supplier Negotiation

About the candidate

An adept Senior Buyer, the candidate possesses extensive experience in the cosmetics and personal care industry, focusing on procurement functions that range from strategic sourcing to category management. Their career demonstrates a strong capability in steering teams towards significant achievements, such as enhanced sales, product innovation, and cost reductions. Skilled in analysing market trends and forging solid relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, they efficiently manage categories to align with dynamic market demands and organisational goals.

They are particularly praised for their leadership qualities, where coaching and developing team members are prioritised to ensure collective success. Adaptable and solution-oriented, this candidate thrives in collaborative and high-paced environments which demand continuous improvement and strategic agility.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction: Successfully achieved a 15% reduction in procurement costs through effective negotiation and supplier management strategies.
  • Sales Growth: Instrumental in a strategic collaboration with marketing that led to a 30% increase in sales during peak seasons through targeted promotional campaigns.
  • Market Share Expansion: Drove a 20% increase in market share by spearheading new product launches and enhancing supplier collaborations.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Sourcing: Expert in identifying and managing optimal sources for goods and services, maximising value and maintaining cost effectiveness within the cosmetics sector.
  • Category Management: Proven track record in managing product categories, analysing performance data, and leading market share growth through strategic assortment and supplier partnerships.
  • Supplier Negotiation: Strong negotiator with a history of fostering relationships that lead to advantageous terms, cost reductions, and innovative product solutions.