Senior Buyer

Ref: AS7145943

Liverpool, UK

£60,000

• Permanent
• Perceptive Market Strategist
• High-Value Sourcing Proficiency
• Proven Negotiation Prowess

About the candidate

The candidate is a Senior Buyer with an extensive background in retail buying, particularly within the DIY sector. They bring a wealth of experience, spanning several years in managing high-value product categories. This individual is especially skilled in Far East sourcing and FOB buying, alongside crafting successful branded and licensed product ranges.

Noteworthy is their aptitude for leveraging market trends to drive continuous improvements and delivering top-notch results in cross-functional team environments. They thrive on collaboration and have a stellar track record of significant cost savings and driving sales growth, ensuring enhanced product quality and profitability in competitive markets.

What makes them great?

• Significant cost reductions: Achieved remarkable cost savings through vigilant sourcing and robust negotiation tactics, which in return spiked category profitability.
• Sales growth driven: Instrumental in implementing promotional strategies that resulted in a 30% surge in sales during peak periods.
• Strategic sourcing expertise: Specialised in managing and optimising high-value product categories with proficiency in international sourcing and FOB practices.

Areas of expertise

• Strong negotiation skills: Demonstrated ability to vastly improve terms and conditions with global suppliers, enhancing product quality and reducing costs.
• Product range development: Skilled in creating comprehensive and successful product portfolios by aligning market trends with company goals.
• Market trend analysis: Utilises deep analytical skills to understand and act on market trends, significantly boosting product relevance and customer engagement.