Ethical Grocery Buyer — Shape Categories & Sustainability

Abel & Cole; Andover; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainable food delivery company is seeking a Buying Manager to join their team in England. The role involves sourcing and managing product ranges with a focus on ethical and sustainable offerings. Responsibilities include delivering commercial objectives, building supplier relationships, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have buying experience in grocery, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to drive category innovation. This full-time position offers flexibility with hybrid working options and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Wellbeing platform access

33 days of leave

Discounts on products

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Previous buying experience, preferably within grocery.
• Excellent communication skills for gaining buy-in.
• Flexibility to manage changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver category commercial objectives of AOV and margin.
• Build supplier relationships and manage category effectively.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for effective planning.

Skills

Buying experience

Commercial awareness

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

A leading sustainable food delivery company is seeking a Buying Manager to join their team in England. The role involves sourcing and managing product ranges with a focus on ethical and sustainable offerings. Responsibilities include delivering commercial objectives, building supplier relationships, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have buying experience in grocery, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to drive category innovation. This full-time position offers flexibility with hybrid working options and a comprehensive benefits package.