Vendor Manager Buyer (All Genders)

zooplus SE; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pet retail company in the UK seeks a Vendor Manager to develop product strategies and manage supplier relationships. You will drive optimal product performance while collaborating across departments. The role requires a graduate degree, 3 years of experience in vendor management or buying, strong negotiation skills, and analytical abilities. With a hybrid work setup of 60% in-office and 40% remote, the company values diversity and offers various employee benefits including discounts and training.

Benefits

20% discount in the zooplus shop

Internal and external training

Team events

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience in Buying, Vendor Management, or Category Management.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strategic partnerships with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and control a product range strategy.
• Define and select assortment aligned with business strategy.
• Manage the product lifecycle for optimal performance.
• Identify and acquire new suppliers and brands.
• Monitor and analyze assortment performance using KPIs.
• Conduct regular market and competitor analysis.
• Establish competitive pricing for new products.
• Manage sales forecasts and product sell-through.
• Drive strategic cross-functional projects.
• Promote collaboration within teams and departments.

Skills

Presentation Skills

Purchasing

Procurement

Vendor Management

Process Improvement

Pricing

Project Management

Relationship Management

Contract Management

Contract Negotiation

Education

Graduate degree in business-related discipline

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

The primary mission of the Vendor Manager in the UK is fostering strong relationships with key suppliers and driving performance improvements through effective negotiation, risk management and continuous monitoring of supplier performance.

Why join us

In this role you will have the opportunity to drive significant impact within a fast-growing company. You will be at the forefront of the pet industry shaping product offerings and strategies that resonate with customers and set us apart from the competition. If you're passionate about product management and driving innovation we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Product Strategy Development : Independently develop implement and control a product range strategy in alignment with business goals and market demands.
• Assortment Management : Define and select an assortment that aligns with the overall strategy including clear and data-driven decisions for listing and delisting products.
• Lifecycle Management : Manage the product lifecycle to ensure optimal performance and continuous improvement of the product range.
• Supplier Acquisition & Negotiation : Actively identify and acquire new suppliers and brands. Negotiate supplier-funded promotions and budgets to maximize profitability.
• Performance Optimization : Continuously monitor and analyze assortment performance using KPIs to inform strategic decisions and improve article performance.
• Market & Competitor Analysis : Conduct regular analyses of trends competitors and customer needs to anticipate market shifts and identify new opportunities.
• Pricing Strategy : Work closely with the pricing manager to establish competitive pricing for new products while aligning with the broader pricing strategy.
• Sales Planning & Product Presentation : Manage sales forecasts and product sell-through ensuring an attractive presentation of products.
• Project Management : Drive and manage strategic cross-functional projects ensuring timely execution and alignment with broader business objectives.
• Collaboration : Promote collaboration within your team and across departments including Marketing Supply Chain and Finance ensuring alignment on strategic initiatives and efficient project execution.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in business-related discipline
• 3 years of relevant experience in Buying Vendor Management Category Management with a proven track record in the FMCG retail or e-commerce industries.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain strategic partnerships with suppliers.
• Analytical mindset with a demonstrated ability to leverage data in decision-making.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English is essential; additional language skills are an advantage.
• In-depth product and industry knowledge preferably in the pet retail or FMCG sectors.
• Proficiency in MS Office particularly Excel and PowerPoint. Familiarity with ERP systems and data analysis tools is a plus.

Additional Information

With more than 1000 passionate professionals located across 6 European offices we believe our success comes from working together and leveraging our international strengths. Expect a hybrid work setup : 60% in-office 40% remote collaborating with colleagues across locations.

Our benefits

• 20% discount in our zooplus shop
• Internal and external training
• Team events

zooplus is committed to equal opportunity. We value and embrace diversity and inclusion of all Team Members.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Presentation Skills,Purchasing,Procurement,Vendor Management,Process Improvement,Pricing,Project Management,Relationship Management,Contract Management,Contract Negotiation,negotiation,Contracts

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1