Senior Buyer

FASHION PERSONNEL; Kingston upon Thames; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable retailer in Kingston upon Thames is searching for a Senior Buyer focused on Small Domestic Appliances. The role involves developing the product range to maximize financial returns and requires strong negotiation and leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary between £65,000 and £80,000, with a path for internal career growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Buyer across General Merchandise.
• Great communication and leadership experience.
• Able to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop the product range to maximise financial returns.
• Manage Small Domestic Appliances to secure the best margins.
• Work cross-functionally with established supplier base.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Numerical ability

Strong IT skills (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

You will be responsible for developing the range to maximise financial returns. Working cross functionally and with an established supplier base, you will need to have a strong trade mentality, the ability to 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 perform at a high level.
• Able to work at pace in a reactive and pro active 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.

Benefits / Remuneration

• 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.