FMCG Category Buyer | Growth & Negotiation (Hybrid)

Poundland & Dealz; Larkhill; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% employee discount card

Extra day off for your birthday

Annual bonus scheme up to 15%

Pension scheme with employer matching

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Poundland & Dealz is looking for a credible Buyer to join their Commercial team in a hybrid role at their Customer Support Centre in Walsall. This position involves maximising category performance across food retail, ensuring product availability and alignment with market trends.

The ideal candidate will have experience in retail buying, strong negotiation capabilities, and the ability to develop effective category strategies. Benefits include a comprehensive holiday allowance, employee discounts, and an annual bonus scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience as an established Buyer from a retail background.
• Expert negotiator with strong working relationships.
• Comfortable navigating complex supply chains.

Responsibilities

• Maximise category performance and drive growth.
• Collaborate with teams to meet critical path deadlines.
• Identify new range opportunities and negotiate with suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation

Spreadsheet skills

Market trends analysis

Agility to changing priorities

Job description

Poundland & Dealz is looking for a credible Buyer to join their Commercial team in a hybrid role at their Customer Support Centre in Walsall. This position involves maximising category performance across food retail, ensuring product availability and alignment with market trends.

The ideal candidate will have experience in retail buying, strong negotiation capabilities, and the ability to develop effective category strategies. Benefits include a comprehensive holiday allowance, employee discounts, and an annual bonus scheme.