Buying Director

Dirac Software Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent tech-enabled wholesaler in the UK is seeking a Buying Director to lead procurement and sales of closeout branded stock in the European market. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in closing substantial excess stock deals within FMCG, beauty, or personal care categories, directly reporting to the CEO. This role involves close collaboration with both the CEO and the tech team to optimize procurement strategies and drive sales effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience working with top brands and retailers in distribution.
• Proven track record of closing significant excess stock deals.
• Ownership of a category in FMCG, beauty or personal care.

Responsibilities

• Procure and sell closeout branded stock in the European market.
• Collaborate closely with the CEO and tech team.

Job description

Dirac Group is a tech-enabled excess wholesaler, backed by top venture capital investors and angels. Our mission is to build the world's largest and best value excess wholesaler.

We are looking for a Buying Director to work closely with our CEO and our tech team to procure and sell closeout branded closeout stock in the European market.

The ideal candidate

• Has worked directly with top brands and retailers in regular or excess distribution.
• Has closed £m's in excess stock deals, in either FMCG, beauty or personal care categories, and will take ownership of one of those categories reporting directly to the CEO.