Buyer

Antal International Network; Harrow; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail organization in Harrow seeks a Trading Manager / Buyer to support commercial growth through effective supplier relationships and negotiation. The role demands proven experience in trading or buying, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel. You'll develop category plans, lead supplier negotiations, and enhance profitability. The hybrid position offers a competitive salary of £50,000, a 10% bonus, gym membership, and further learning opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

10% Bonus

25 days annual leave

Pension & life assurance

Gym membership

Qualifications

• Proven experience in trading, buying, or category management.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Commercially astute with solid analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category plans to enhance profitability.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers to maximize value.
• Deliver against national income budgets and manage risks.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in Excel

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

Degree in Business, Retail, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Trading Manager / Buyer

35 hours per week

Hybrid role based in Harrow

Salary £50,000 plus bonus and other benefits

We’re looking for a Buyer /Trading Manager to join a leading retail organisation, supporting the delivery of commercial growth through strong supplier relationships, effective negotiation, and smart category planning. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong analytical and negotiation skills who’s looking to make an impact in a fast‑paced and collaborative environment. You’ll play a key role in optimising trading performance, improving profitability, and ensuring great product availability for customers nationwide.

About You

• Proven experience in a trading, buying, or category management role within a recognised retail or FMCG brand.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills with the ability to influence multiple stakeholders.
• Commercially astute with solid analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office tools.
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• A team player with a proactive, solutions‑focused mindset.

Desirable

• Degree in Business, Retail, or a related discipline.
• Experience in managing complex supplier portfolios and promotional planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category plans to reduce costs, improve supplier terms, and enhance profitability.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers, securing volume/time‑driven agreements that maximise value and efficiency.
• Deliver against national income budgets, accurately forecasting schemes and managing associated risks.
• Create and deliver engaging promotional plans that drive category growth and align with marketing strategies.
• Manage supplier relationships, analysing performance and developing strategies for improvement.
• Oversee cost price management, negotiating increases and ensuring smooth communication with stakeholders.
• Lead category reviews and seasonal product strategies, ensuring strong collaboration across teams.
• Contribute to business improvement projects and continuous process optimisation.

Why Join

This hybrid position offers the chance to work for a well‑established retail group that values innovation, collaboration, and development. You’ll benefit from:

• Competitive salary of £50,000
• 10% Bonus
• 25 days annual leave
• Pension & life assurance
• Gym membership
• Opportunities for learning, growth, and future progression