Strategic Personal Care Buyer | Drive Category Growth

SAVERS; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in Dunstable seeks an individual to manage category plans, drive sales, and implement marketing strategies. The ideal candidate has strong analytical and negotiation skills, along with excellent communication abilities. This role focuses on delivering a commercially viable assortment of products while collaborating across teams. Skills in project management and attention to detail are essential. Competitive salary and an engaging work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Commercially sound with excellent ability to understand and interpret market information.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Ability to influence and negotiate at all levels.
• Excellent communication skills: written and verbal, including presentations.
• Good PC and software skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and deliver category plans including range reviews and pricing.
• Collaborate with the Marketing team on promotion strategies.
• Review effectiveness of promotions and share best practices.
• Identify and implement new product opportunities.
• Manage pricing and promotional forecasts with the Supply Chain team.
• Develop internal and external working relationships.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Project Management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

PC and software skills

Job description

A retail company in Dunstable seeks an individual to manage category plans, drive sales, and implement marketing strategies. The ideal candidate has strong analytical and negotiation skills, along with excellent communication abilities. This role focuses on delivering a commercially viable assortment of products while collaborating across teams. Skills in project management and attention to detail are essential. Competitive salary and an engaging work environment are offered.