Innovation Buying Manager — Accelerator Community

Tesco; Welwyn Garden City; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Welwyn Garden City is seeking a Buying Manager to lead innovation within their Accelerator programme. You will act as the primary buying contact for community brands, ensuring customers have access to the best range and prices. This role involves managing supplier relationships, leading initiatives supporting underrepresented groups, and driving alignment across teams to accelerate growth. A supportive team culture is emphasized, alongside flexible working options.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme of up to 20%

Holiday starting at 25 days

Private medical insurance

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Free virtual GP service

Qualifications

• Ability to navigate through and engage a wide range of stakeholders.
• Buying experience preferred.
• Previous range and trade planning experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess new suppliers to deliver market-leading product innovation.
• Lead buying contact for the Accelerator (Community) brands.
• Build and manage supplier relationships through a supplier strategy.
• Support earlier-stage start-ups to become retail ready.
• Represent Tesco at external events to build visibility within Black entrepreneur communities.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Buying experience

Influencing and negotiation

Supplier management

Range planning

Job description

A leading retail company in Welwyn Garden City is seeking a Buying Manager to lead innovation within their Accelerator programme. You will act as the primary buying contact for community brands, ensuring customers have access to the best range and prices. This role involves managing supplier relationships, leading initiatives supporting underrepresented groups, and driving alignment across teams to accelerate growth. A supportive team culture is emphasized, alongside flexible working options.