FMCG Buyer in Plymouth

Location: Plymouth
Salary: Hidden
Recruiter: The Range
Job Hours: Full-time

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FMCG Buyer

We are a Sunday Times Top Track 100 company and one of the UK 's fastest growing privately owned companies.

The Range has grown enormously since its inception in 1989, and now has over 200 stores nationwide. People are at the heart of our retail concept, and we want to invest in our staff and make the future extraordinary.

As a result of our expansion plans, and our continued ongoing success we are seeking a dynamic FMCG Buyer to be based at our Head Office in Plymouth.

About the role :

We have an outstanding opportunity for a FMCG Buyer to manage our customer offer. You will work closely with the Head of Buying to enhance The Range’s offering. Developing relationships with new and existing Suppliers whilst ensuring maximum value and efficiency for the business.

Responsibilities

  • You will have primary accountability for maximizing sales, margin & profitability in this fast moving and diverse category
  • You will lead a team building long term supplier relationships to deliver a successful product offer
  • You will have ultimate responsibility for the implementation of the product strategy and ensuring that the business meets with customer needs
  • You will monitor & review competitor information to ensure your product offering stays relevant in a changing market
  • You will play a lead role in range reviews, supplier negotiations, promotions & pricing
  • You will work with your cross-functional team to ensure we deliver great product availability and quality
  • Essential Skills & Requirements

  • You need will need to have experience of buying
  • You will need FMCG experience
  • Have developed an excellent understanding of the consumer and of the marketplace.
  • Have the ability to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment
  • Have developed first rate strategic and analytical thinking skills.
  • A true team player underpinned with great interpersonal skills
  • Have the ability build relationships and influence both internal and external stakeholders.
  • What we offer:

  • Competitive salary
  • Pension
  • Long service awards
  • Employee discount
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Position: Permanent, Full-time

    Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:45am – 17:30pm.

    Location: Plymouth, Devon


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