Senior Buyer

Fashion & Retail Personnel; Kingston upon Thames; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company based in South London is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage Small Domestic Appliances. The ideal candidate will have experience in General Merchandise and strong commercial acumen. Join a long-term career with opportunities for internal development. The role requires working 3-4 days at the head office and offers a competitive salary ranging from £65,000 to £80,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven previous experience as a Buyer across General Merchandise, ideally with ownership of electricals or SDA.
• Great communication experience; showing resilience and a high-level performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop the range to maximise financial returns.
• Negotiate and secure the best margins.
• Work cross-functionally with an established supplier base.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Numerical ability

Strong IT skills including MS Office

Job description

Overview

RHR are pleased to be recruiting for a Senior Buyer to join this successful and long established retailer in South London. Trading predominantly within the home & lifestyle sector, this client is looking for a Senior Buyer to join their business to manage Small Domestic Appliances which is a significant part of overall sales.

Responsibilities

• Develop the range to maximise financial returns.
• Work cross functionally with an established supplier base.
• Negotiate and take ownership for securing the best margins.

Key requirements

• Proven previous experience as a Buyer across General Merchandise, ideally with ownership of electricals or SDA
• Commercial acumen, including the ability to work in cross functional teams.
• Great communication and leadership experience; showing resilience and a desire to perform at a high level.
• Able to work at pace in a reactive and proactive role.
• Numerical ability, with an analytical and trade focused mindset.
• Strong IT skills including MS Office.
• The role will require 3 to 4 days a week at the head office with 1 or 2 days at home.
• In return you can expect an excellent package with a basic between 65 - 80K depending on experience.
• This retailer is seeking a Senior buyer who is interested in a long term career and the opportunity to develop internally.