Senior Buying Manager - Pasta & Sauces (Hybrid, Perks)

Asda; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Pension up to 7% matched

Car allowance £5,700

Colleague discount 15%

Wellbeing services access

Inclusion networks

Job summary

Asda House is seeking an experienced Buying Manager to lead Pasta & Sauces, working with key suppliers and internal teams to drive sales, pricing and growth. The role emphasizes delivering strong category P&L results and strategic supplier partnerships.

The position requires negotiation skills, market awareness and the ability to shape product ideas while aligning with customer needs. A hybrid working pattern is in place with blended office and supplier visits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Strong awareness of customer requirements, market trends and competitor ranges.
• Ability to identify strategic opportunities and innovative product ideas.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to influence a diverse, branded supplier base.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and deliver business plans with key suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Deliver sales, pricing and growth in the category ahead of the market.
• Understand customers and implement strategies that meet their needs.
• Track key commodities and deliver cost-to-serve programmes with suppliers.

Skills

Experience in similar role

Market awareness

Strategic opportunities

Negotiation skills

Job description

Asda House is seeking an experienced Buying Manager to lead Pasta & Sauces, working with key suppliers and internal teams to drive sales, pricing and growth. The role emphasizes delivering strong category P&L results and strategic supplier partnerships.

The position requires negotiation skills, market awareness and the ability to shape product ideas while aligning with customer needs. A hybrid working pattern is in place with blended office and supplier visits.