Buyer - General Merchandise

Buyer - General Merchandise
Coventry – Hybrid Working available
up to £50,000
I am currently recruiting for an experienced Buyer to join a well established retailer at their head office in the West Midlands.
They are a growing business with exciting plans for 2025 and this will be a key appointment in continuing their success.
The job holder will be office based 3 days per week, with the rest being home based.

As a Buyer you will be responsible for ensuring the right products are purchased at the correct prices and within the relevant time frames.
Some of your duties will include.

Sourcing new suppliers as well as nurturing & maintaining the relationships with the current supply base Maximising retail sales via through exceptional market, competitor, retailer, and shopper/consumer insight & analysis Conducting supplier reviews & negotiating best cost prices to improve margins Responsible for buying own brand ranges Ensuring selected product lines achieve availability timeframes Presenting product range & trend information to the Senior Management team Monitoring & reviewing competitor information to ensure your product area stays relevant in a changing market Working alongside other departments i.e.
Marketing, eCommerce & Retail outlets to plan successful future lines within the seasonal offerings Managing your category budget Analysing sales figures to plan successful future lines Key requirements for the role.

Proven previous experience as a Buyer / Category Manager Good level of Education Ability to influence and negotiate effectively at all levels Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively at all levels Able to adapt swiftly in a fast paced, ever changing retail market.
Excellent numerical ability, with an analytical mindset