Commercial Buying Manager

ZipRecruiter; Witham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare-focused company in the UK is seeking a Commercial Buying Manager to lead product selection, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have expertise in the healthcare sector, strong analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. This role offers competitive compensation and a brilliant range of benefits including performance bonuses and flexible working options.

Benefits

Discretionary company performance bonus

Comprehensive employee discount portal

Cycle2Work scheme

Extra day off for your birthday

33 days’ holiday with purchase option

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and sick pay

Eye test vouchers and dental plan

Mental health support

Company pension scheme

SmartPay interest-free loan scheme

Life assurance cover

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical capability with Excel expertise.
• Knowledge of healthcare sector funding models.
• Understanding of healthcare regulations.
• Experience using ERP/MI systems and project management tools.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced commercial environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the selection of commercially viable product ranges.
• Negotiate cost prices and trading terms with suppliers.
• Build and maintain strong strategic relationships with suppliers.
• Partner with internal teams for smooth operations.
• Analyse sales and performance data.
• Monitor market and competitor trends.
• Support new product introductions and lead promotional campaigns.
• Ensure compliance with internal governance and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Excel expertise

Knowledge of healthcare funding models

Understanding of healthcare regulations

Experience with ERP/MI systems

Project management skills

Dynamic environment adaptability

Job description

Job Description

Ready to drive commercial growth in a fast-paced, healthcare-focused business?

We’re looking for a commercially savvy, relationship-driven Commercial Buying Manager to join our growing Commercial team at DD Group. You’ll play a vital role in shaping our product ranges, managing supplier partnerships, and ensuring our customers have access to competitive, profitable, and relevant products.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead the selection of commercially viable product ranges in collaboration with Sales and Marketing.
• Negotiate cost prices and trading terms with suppliers, including rebates, marketing funds, and promotions.
• Build and maintain strong strategic relationships with suppliers, fostering long-term partnerships.
• Partner with internal teams (Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, and Category Planning) to ensure smooth operations and product availability.
• Analyse sales and performance data to inform buying decisions, range reviews, and supplier performance.
• Monitor market and competitor trends to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Support new product introductions and lead promotional campaigns with a customer-first mindset.
• Ensure compliance with internal governance, quality standards, and healthcare regulations (GDP, MHRA, FMD, and medical device directives).

What you’ll bring:

Proven leadership and negotiation skills

Strong analytical capability and Excel expertise

Knowledge of healthcare sector funding models (Primary & Secondary Care)

Understanding of healthcare regulations and distributor obligations

Experience using ERP/MI systems and project management tools

Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced commercial environment

What We Offer:

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a brilliant range of benefits to support your wellbeing, lifestyle, and long-term future:

• Discretionary company performance bonus
• ️ Comprehensive employee discount portal – savings on gym memberships, shopping, and days out
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Extra day off for your birthday
• 33 days’ holiday (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase more
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and company sick pay
• Eye test vouchers and dental plan
• Mental health support and virtual GP access
• Company pension scheme
• SmartPay interest-free loan scheme
• ️ Life assurance cover

Why DD Group?

At DD Group, we’re committed to excellence across the dental and healthcare sectors. You’ll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values your expertise and empowers you to make a real impact. We offer competitive compensation, development opportunities, and the chance to help shape our commercial success.

Interested?

Apply now and be part of a team that's shaping the future of healthcare supply.