Strategic Buyer: Data-Driven, Category Leadership

SRM Recruitment; Harlow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

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.