Buyer

Fenwick; North East; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK department store is seeking an experienced Food Buyer to enhance their Food & Beverage offerings. This role involves developing product strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving sales both in-store and online. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in Food Buying and a passion for food trends. Enjoy a hybrid work model and attractive perks including 33 days of annual leave and staff discounts.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Birthday off every year

Up to 25% discount in-store and online

Cycle to Work scheme

WeCare – 24/7 GP and wellbeing service

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in Food Buying.
• Strong ability to spot product trends.
• Proven negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and curate trend-led product ranges.
• Negotiate with suppliers for better margins.
• Manage stock performance and product launches.

Skills

Experience in Food Buying

Negotiation expertise

Commercial acumen

Supplier relationship management

Data-driven decision-making

Job description

Are you a driven and experienced Buyer with a passion for food, looking for an opportunity to truly shape a market-leading Food & Beverage offering? If so, this could be the perfect role for you.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic Food Buyer to lead the strategy and execution of our Food & Beverage categories at Fenwick with a key focus on our Flagship Food Hall in our Newcastle store and leading this offering across our other stores and online, you will be key in driving sales, maximising profitability, and strengthening our presence both in-store and online. You’ll be responsible for delivering a commercially sound product strategy that reflects the Fenwick brand while meeting the evolving needs of our local customers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and curating ranges that are trend-led, customer-relevant, and commercially viable.
• Negotiating with suppliers to optimise margin and build strong, lasting relationships.
• Managing stock performance, product launches, and seasonal trading plans
• Spotting new opportunities, identifying innovative brands and product trends
• Working collaboratively across digital, marketing, and retail teams to enhance visibility and customer engagement.

About You

You’ll bring:

• 3+ years’ experience in Food Buying
• A sharp eye for product and emerging trends
• Proven commercial acumen and negotiation expertise
• Strong supplier relationships and the confidence to influence at all levels
• A data-driven yet intuitive approach to decision-making
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• A passion for innovation, storytelling, and customer experience

When you join Fenwick, you’ll enjoy:

• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off every year
• Option to buy up to 5 extra holidays annually
• Up to 25% discount in-store and online
• WeCare – 24/7 GP, wellbeing & support service
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Hybrid working for better work-life balance

Fantastically Fenwick

Since 1882, Fenwick has been the home of style, beauty and inspiration. We’re proud to be the UK’s largest independent, family-owned department store group.

Today, over 2,000 colleagues power our stores, restaurants, distribution centre and support functions. Together, we’re evolving a heritage brand with a bold future.

Join us on our journey — where tradition meets transformation.