Strategic Buyer: Data-Driven, Category Leadership

SRM Recruitment

Harlow

On-site

GBP 35,000 - 50,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A dynamic hiring company in the UK is seeking an experienced Buyer to join their fast-growing team. This role focuses on building supplier relationships, negotiating effectively, and analyzing data to support product categories. Ideal candidates should possess strong negotiation skills, commercial awareness, and a desire to thrive in a collaborative environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience in data-driven decision-making are essential. This position provides an exciting opportunity to influence commercial strategy and drive performance.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Buyer or in a sales role with a strong interest in purchasing.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to tight deadlines.
  • Strong understanding of market trends and pricing strategies.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain supplier relationships for commercial outcomes.
  • Negotiate with stakeholders to align results with business objectives.
  • Monitor market trends to support decision-making.
  • Collaborate with teams to shape product categories.

Skills

Negotiation skills
Commercial acumen
Data analysis
Strong Excel skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A dynamic hiring company in the UK is seeking an experienced Buyer to join their fast-growing team. This role focuses on building supplier relationships, negotiating effectively, and analyzing data to support product categories. Ideal candidates should possess strong negotiation skills, commercial awareness, and a desire to thrive in a collaborative environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience in data-driven decision-making are essential. This position provides an exciting opportunity to influence commercial strategy and drive performance.
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