Merchandise Buyer: Category Growth & Supplier Partnerships

Morrisons; Warrington; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Discretionary bonus scheme

15% discount in supermarkets and shops

Additional 10% discount card for a car

Leadership School and career growth

Subsidised staff canteen

Free parking

Competitive pension and life assurance

Healthcare / wellbeing benefits

MyPerks discounts at shops, cinemas,Gy

Payroll charity donations

Family-friendly policies including 26w

Job summary

Morrisons in Warrington is seeking a Buyer to plan, source and negotiate a competitive product range across channels, driving sales and margin. You will translate customer insights into propositions, collaborating with internal teams to ensure quality and value for UK and export customers.

You’ll manage supplier relationships, analyse market data, and oversee the development process from concept to range delivery, contributing to category growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Exceptional communication skills and ability to influence across multiple work levels.
• Experience in a buying role within retail and sales environments.
• Brilliant time-management and organisation with the ability to manage many responsibilities.
• Strong commercial awareness with a customer-focused approach.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Initiative and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Keen eye for detail and passion for product.

Responsibilities

• Maximise sales and profit in line with the budget plan.
• Regular competitor analysis including range and price benchmarking.
• Market data analysis to inform range decisions.
• Develop strong relationships with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Deliver customer-relevant ranges for UK and export customers.
• Manage critical path and ensure on-time delivery of ranges to store.
• Continually review performance and identify growth opportunities.

Skills

Exceptional communication

Influence across levels

Time management

Commercial awareness

Customer focus

Product passion

Job description

Morrisons in Warrington is seeking a Buyer to plan, source and negotiate a competitive product range across channels, driving sales and margin. You will translate customer insights into propositions, collaborating with internal teams to ensure quality and value for UK and export customers.

You’ll manage supplier relationships, analyse market data, and oversee the development process from concept to range delivery, contributing to category growth in a fast-paced environment.