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Head of Buying

Quest Search and Selection

Düsseldorf

Hybrid

EUR 120.000 - 200.000

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Zusammenfassung

A leading e-commerce retail platform is seeking a Head of Buying – Appliances to drive strategic direction and profitability in product categories. The role involves leading a team, formulating procurement strategies, and leveraging market insight to optimize performance. Emphasis on innovation and dynamic work culture, along with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Leistungen

x2 month salary bonus
Car allowance
Telecommunication allowance
Lunch allowance
Pension contribution

Qualifikationen

  • 8-12 years category management experience.
  • Hands-on & strategic mindset.
  • Extensive experience in electronics & electrical appliances.

Aufgaben

  • Lead a team in the purchase and buying strategy.
  • Contribute to sales strategies and procurement plans.
  • Negotiate with suppliers and manage pricing strategies.

Kenntnisse

Category Management
Negotiation
Market Analysis
Team Leadership
Data-Driven Decision Making

Jobbeschreibung

Quest Search and Selection are excited to recruit for a Head of Buying – Appliances to lead the strategic direction, buying, and commercial performance across SDA & MDA categories.

We are partnering is one of the biggest European retail platforms. This e-commerce retail platform with operations in the UK & Europe, is currently growing their non-food category team! With 1st class, supply chain and its core & cutting-edge digital solutions, this business is renowned for its innovation and excellence, all within a start-up culture.

Role and Responsibilities of this Head of Buying – Appliances

  • Lead a small team of Category Managers & Assistants with the end-to-end purchase and buying strategy for your assigned categories, ensuring strong profitability and Gross Merchandise Value growth.
  • Actively contribute to shaping sales business strategies and building robust procurement plans that align with company goals.
  • Lead & negotiate the right suppliers. onboarding winning products, spearhead commercial negotiations whilst managing pricing strategies & reducing costs.
  • Ensure accurate documentation and data management.
  • Product Strategy & Selection & curating the best product assortments for the localised consumer keeping product rationalisation, pricing & promotions at the core.
  • Liaison with international supply chain teams, ensuring smooth communication and alignment while maximizing support and resources.
  • Data-Driven Decision Making: Analyse sales and 3rd party customer data to identify growth opportunities, optimize performance, and enhance profit margins.

Qualifications Required for this Head of Buying – Appliances

  • 8-12 years category management experience +
  • You must be considered as hands-on & strategic in your experience & mindset.
  • That you have extensive electronics & electrical appliances purchasing and sales, ideally with a strong retail or pureplay e-commerce background. Categories include Cleaning, Kitchen Heating, Cooling & Washing appliances.
  • Deep knowledge of the German market, with first-hand insight the relevant categories.
  • Someone with deep marketing & consumer insight, strong vendor relationships, and sharp purchasing instincts.
  • A passionate team player who thrives in dynamic environments, brings energy and innovation, and puts the team and company first.

The benefits for this Head of Buying – Appliances:

  • x2 month salary bonus
  • Salary 120,000 - 200.000 Euros SOE
  • Hybrid work policy of 4 days in the office and 1 day remote.
  • Car allowance (paid monthly)
  • Telecommunication allowance
  • Lunch allowance
  • Pension contribution

If you have the right category retail or eCommerce experience please apply today!

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