Buyer

The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Lead category planning to reduce costs, optimise contracts, and grow income
Negotiate top-tier trading terms and co-op promotional spend
Build strong supplier relationships and source new, innovative products
Deliver on our value proposition through strategic pricing and promotions
Curate a balanced product range with impactful on-shelf displays
Develop exclusive private label products and brands for differentiation
Analyse trends, conduct range reviews, and track competitor activity
Collaborate across departments to execute seamless go-to-market strategies
Monitor key performance metrics to keep stakeholders informed and ahead

Minimum requirements:
3-5 years category experience
B degree or diploma in retail, purchasing management or similar
Supplier relationship management
Procurement and supply chain
Retail Management
Market trends and competitor analysis
Financial planning and budgets
Relevant legislation
Sales and margin management
Required competencies
Adhering to principle and values
Persuading and influencing
Analysing
Learning and researching
Delivering results and meeting customer expectations
Following instructions and procedures
Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking