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Product Category Buyer

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Job Description - Product Category Buyer

Product Category Buyer

Cannock

£DOE plus excellent benefits

My prestigious, family-owned client is looking to recruit a Product Category Buyer to join its well established but growing team.

Reporting to the procurement manager, the purpose of this role is to manage the supply and stock at the best cost pricing.

Essential Skills and Experience

  • Proficiency in utilising Microsoft Office Suite, category management tools and software for data analysis and reporting.
  • Flexibility to adapt to the changing market dynamics, consumer preferences and organisational priorities.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
  • Knowledge of inventory management and demand forecasting techniques.
  • Understanding of pricing strategies, margin analysis and profitability optimisation.
  • Experience in vendor management and negotiations.
  • Ability to conduct market research and consumer surveys

Key Responsibilities

  • Developing and executing strategic plans for the assigned product category to drive sales and profitability.
  • Analysing market trends, consumer behaviour and competitor activities in order to identify growth opportunities and market gaps.
  • Managing product assortment, pricing, promotions and inventory to optimise category performance.
  • Developing solid relationships with key suppliers to improve category offerings and negotiate favourable terms.
  • Secure best pricing from suppliers and prepare and complete competitive quotations for the sales team.
  • Place daily purchase orders on time for stock and non-stock items.
  • Checking purchase orders are on schedule and deliveries are booked in.
  • Manage the MRP system for your category to ensure stock products are in stock to fulfil customer’s demand.
  • Maintain tight control of buying prices and constantly looking at ways to reduce cost prices.

To apply for this role please contact Sarah Dyehouse at Anderson Scott Solutions

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