Senior Cheese Buyer & Category Lead - Hybrid

Ocado Retail Ltd; Hatfield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online supermarket in the UK is seeking a Senior Buyer for their Cheese category. This role involves managing supplier relationships, overseeing P&L, and negotiating high-value agreements. Candidates should have over 5 years of retail buying experience, exceptional negotiation skills, and a passion for cheese. The position offers competitive benefits, including hybrid working, private medical insurance, and generous discounts.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Discounted gym memberships

Annual bonus scheme

Hybrid working

26 days holiday + flexible bank holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of retail buying experience.
• Fresh or dairy buying experience preferred.
• Proven track record of managing a complex P&L.

Responsibilities

• Lead the cheese category and manage supplier relationships.
• Negotiate Joint Business Plans with suppliers.
• Oversee P&L accountability for the cheese category.

Skills

Retail buying experience

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Passion for cheese

Job description

A leading online supermarket in the UK is seeking a Senior Buyer for their Cheese category. This role involves managing supplier relationships, overseeing P&L, and negotiating high-value agreements. Candidates should have over 5 years of retail buying experience, exceptional negotiation skills, and a passion for cheese. The position offers competitive benefits, including hybrid working, private medical insurance, and generous discounts.