Assistant Buyer - Nuts & Singles (Hybrid)

Tesco UK; Digswell; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supermarket chain in England is seeking an Assistant Buyer for Nuts and Snacks to support the Buying Manager in sourcing quality products. This role involves managing suppliers, analyzing market trends, and negotiating deals. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and negotiation skills, along with experience in buying and range management. Enjoy a flexible working environment and be part of a dynamic team making a real impact in a fast-paced category.

Responsibilities

• Support manager to manage supplier performance and build relationships.
• Use insight tools to analyze performance issues and opportunities.
• Conduct store visits and review customer insight and food trends.
• Help build customer insight led ranges and product innovation.
• Negotiate with suppliers for market leading buy/move/sell plans.
• Support plan delivery to exceed KPIs and drive footfall.
• Help ensure products are delivered on time.
• Work with quality team to maintain product quality.
• Follow Business Code of Conduct and act with integrity.

Skills

Range & trade planning experience

Report preparation and analysis experience

Excellent Communication Skills

Influencing & negotiation

Previous Stakeholder and Supplier management experience

Previous Buying and Range management experience

Proficient with Microsoft Excel

Job description

A leading supermarket chain in England is seeking an Assistant Buyer for Nuts and Snacks to support the Buying Manager in sourcing quality products. This role involves managing suppliers, analyzing market trends, and negotiating deals. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and negotiation skills, along with experience in buying and range management. Enjoy a flexible working environment and be part of a dynamic team making a real impact in a fast-paced category.