Senior Buyer

Zachary Daniels; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail brand is seeking a commercially minded Senior Buyer to join their team in the West Midlands. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in non-food FMCG, focusing on supplier negotiation and innovative product range development. This hybrid role offers excellent career progression and the opportunity to make a significant impact within a dynamic retail environment.

Benefits

Excellent package

Career progression

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Senior Buyer or strong Buyer ready to step up.
• Background in non-food FMCG categories.
• Strong negotiation, sourcing, and commercial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Lead the buying strategy for a defined non-food FMCG category.
• Build and manage supplier relationships (UK & international).
• Deliver margin, availability, and sales targets.
• Monitor market trends and drive innovation in ranges.
• Collaborate with merchandising, marketing, and supply chain teams.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Sourcing

Commercial Acumen

Stakeholder Management

Leadership Skills

Job description

Senior Buyer - Non-Food FMCG Salary: £80,000 + excellent package Location: West Midlands (Hybrid Working)

Are you a commercially minded Senior Buyer with a track record in non-food FMCG? This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK's most recognisable retail brands, at a pivotal time of growth.

As Senior Buyer, you'll play a key role in shaping the non-food product ranges - from sourcing and supplier negotiation to driving innovation and value for millions of customers.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading the buying strategy for a defined non-food FMCG category
• Building and managing supplier relationships (UK & international)
• Delivering margin, availability, and sales targets
• Monitoring market trends and driving innovation in ranges
• Collaborating with merchandising, marketing, and supply chain teams

What we're looking for:

• Proven track record as a Senior Buyer or strong Buyer ready to step up
• Background in non-food FMCG categories (household, personal care, health & beauty, cleaning, etc.)
• Strong negotiation, sourcing, and commercial acumen
• Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills

This is a hybrid role based in the West Midlands, offering excellent progression, package, and the chance to make a real impact in a fast-paced retail environment.