Junior Buyer

Junior Buyer | North West | -32,000 - -40,000 DOE | Retailer

If you''re already managing your own categories and are looking for a role with real ownership, accountability, and progression, this is a strong next step!

We are partnering with a well-established, multi-million-pound retailer based in the North West to recruit a Junior Buyer to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a commercially focused role within a stable and successful business, offering real ownership and progression.

This position offers exposure across own-label product ranges, you will report directly to the Senior Buyer and take responsibility for sourcing and developing commercially your own successful product ranges that resonate with customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and manage three product sub-categories, with full accountability for planning, trading, and performance

• Source and develop product ranges from concept through to launch, working with UK and Far East suppliers

• Lead the development of own-label ranges in collaboration with internal design and support teams

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships across both branded and own-label partners

• Negotiate cost prices, promotions, and commercial terms to maximise profitability

• Analyse weekly sales performance and provide actionable insights to drive category growth

• Develop and deliver a robust promotional and trading calendar aligned to seasonal opportunities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date critical paths in collaboration with merchandising and suppliers

• Drive innovation and speed to market across all product areas

About You:

• Currently operating at Junior Buyer level, or a strong Assistant Buyer already managing your own categories end-to-end

• Proven ability to plan, buy, and trade categories independently

• Strong commercial acumen with confidence in owning and influencing P&L performance

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• Highly analytical, with confidence working with data and Excel

• Proactive, hands-on approach with a drive to take ownership and deliver results

• Open to and enthusiastic about international travel as part of the role

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