Main characteristics
- Company
- Baker Recruitment Group Ltd.
- Salary
- £30K - £40K
- Employment type
- part-time
- Category
- Commercial
Job summary
**About Our Client**A great opportunity for a ** Buyer ** to join a Leading Importer in the Leeds area. The business is known for their variety of products across FMCG, Stationery, Health & Beauty etc. Due to impressive trading figures the business is looking to build out its Buying team.
**Job Description**
* Working to achieve budgeted sales, margin and margin % across categories assigned.
* Monitor and track progress towards budget using sales data provided and running own reporting data.
* Forming tactical plans, with the support of the Sales team and Trading team, to drive profitable sales.
* Proposing annual budgets for approval across sales, margin and margin % for categories responsible for to feed into wider business budgeting and is accountable for delivering these.
* Working closely with the supply chain team to plan and maintain optimal stock holding, through effective demand forecasting and negotiating effective MOQs with suppliers.
* Carry out range reviews for assigned categories through leading the NPD program and presenting to the senior management team to obtain sign off.
* Working closely with the sourcing hub in China, build strong relationships with the China colleagues to ensure we are sourcing from the most cost-effective suppliers.
* Research domestic and international trade shows to attend and attend as and when required.
* Conduct domestic and international supplier visits and other travel when required.
* Works to build strong relationships across all levels and departments across the business.
* Utilise sales data and reporting to identify and action opportunities to improve sales transactions, revenue and profit.
**The Successful Applicant**
A successful Buyer should have:
* Proven experience with in FMCG buying.
* Experience working with the Far East
* Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
* A keen eye for detail and a strategic approach to work.
* Happy to travel within the UK/ internationally.
**What's on Offer**
* A supportive and collaborative company culture.
* £30k - £40k annual Salary
* Hybrid working 3/4 days in the office a week.
* Opportunity to attend industry events and grow your professional network.
* Close to transport links
* Free Parking