Senior Buying Manager - Lead 7-Buyer Team | Flexible Hours

Halmer Recruit; Burgh Heath; Presencial; GBP 60.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Free onsite parking

Staff discount 15%

Annual leave 29 days

Company pension

Training & development

Leadership role opportunity

Descripción de la vacante

We are seeking an experienced Buying Manager to lead and develop a seven-person buying team within a growing retail business based in Bagshot, Surrey. This senior role combines strategic leadership with hands-on buying responsibilities to drive commercial performance and purchasing strategy.

You will work closely with Company Directors to implement structure, processes and KPIs, while remaining hands-on when required to support the team and cover buying duties.

Formación

• Strong background in retail buying, purchasing or procurement.
• Experience developing purchasing strategies, improving processes and introducing performance measures.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with confidence working alongside Directors and senior stakeholders.

Responsabilidades

• Lead, manage and develop an established team of seven buyers, providing day-to-day guidance and leadership.
• Introduce clear departmental structures, processes, KPIs and performance objectives.
• Monitor team performance, conduct annual reviews and support ongoing development of the buying team.
• Develop purchasing strategies aligned with wider commercial objectives.
• Oversee end-to-end buying and procurement process, ensuring efficiency and commercial value.
• Negotiate with suppliers, review terms and identify opportunities to improve margins and reduce costs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, manufacturers and brand representatives.

Conocimientos

Retail buying

Leadership

Team management

Strategic thinking

Commercial awareness

Communication

Organisation

Excel

Educación

Business Management/ Supply Chain/ Retail Management or CIPS (advantageous)

Herramientas

Microsoft Excel

Descripción del empleo

We are seeking an experienced Buying Manager to lead and develop a seven-person buying team within a growing retail business based in Bagshot, Surrey. This senior role combines strategic leadership with hands-on buying responsibilities to drive commercial performance and purchasing strategy.

You will work closely with Company Directors to implement structure, processes and KPIs, while remaining hands-on when required to support the team and cover buying duties.