Senior Buyer - Garden & Outdoor

OverviewI am currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Buyer to join an established UK retailer based within their Head Office function in South West London. A well established retailer within the home and lifestyle sector is looking for a commercial and forward-thinking Senior Buyer to join their business.

Responsibilities

Responsible for maximising the delivery of the Sales / Margin and Stock turn of your category range to deliver a market beating product and seasonal proposition.

Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers

Sourcing suppliers and negotiating best cost prices to improve margins.

Responsible for buying both Own Brand and Branded ranges.

Ensuring selected product lines achieve availability timeframes.

Deliver an inviting and practical product range that is in line with current trends on design and lifestyle.

Presenting product range and trend information to the Senior Management team

Monitoring and reviewing competitor information to ensure your product area stays relevant in a changing market.

Working alongside other departments i.e. Marketing, eCommerce and Retail outlets to plan successful future lines.

Managing your category budget

Analysing sales figures to plan successful future lines.

Key requirements

Proven previous experience as a Senior Buyer / Trader, General Merchandise is essential / home, garden and DIY sector is preferred

Good level of Education

Ability to influence and negotiate effectively at all levels.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead a team.

Able to adapt swiftly in a fast paced, ever changing seasonal retail market.

Excellent numerical ability, with an analytical mindset.

Strong IT skills including MS Office.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Purchasing

Industries

Retail Furniture and Home Furnishings and Retail

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