Buyer

Plant Buyer

Zachary Daniels is recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing retail business within the garden and horticulture sector. Due to continued expansion, we are seeking an experienced Plant Buyer to take ownership of a key seasonal category and play a pivotal role in driving commercial performance.

The Role
Reporting into the Gardens Buying team, you will be responsible for developing and managing the seasonal plant category, ensuring strong availability, margin protection and customer relevance throughout the year.

Key responsibilities include:

Developing the seasonal plant category in line with business objectives, driving sales, margin and effective stock management
Managing and developing supplier relationships across the UK and Europe through regular communication and site visits
Negotiating commercial terms to ensure value for money while maintaining high product quality
Planning and managing delivery schedules throughout the season, ensuring compliance with plant import regulations and domestic requirements
Reacting to seasonal demand, identifying risks and implementing solutions to maintain availability and minimise wastage
Monitoring market trends, customer needs, competitor activity and product innovation, using data to suggest range improvements
Creating and delivering promotional plans across the annual trading calendar in collaboration with Social and Marketing teams
Supporting the Gardens Buyer on wider departmental projects and initiativesAbout You

Proven retail buying experience with seasonal or perishable products (essential)
Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation skills and attention to detail
Confident analysing data, identifying trends and forecasting demand for seasonal peaks
Highly organised with strong communication skills
Resilient, positive and able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong IT and data management skills, including Microsoft Office
Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team
Willing and able to travel across the UK and Europe for supplier visits and trade showsWhat's on Offer

A collaborative and supportive team culture with real opportunity to make an impact
Career development and progression within a growing business
Employee discount across a wide product range
Competitive salary, holiday allowance and pension
Flexible start times with potential for hybrid working
Long service awardsBBBH35184
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed