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Head of Buying & Merchandising

Head of Buying & Merchandising

Career Moves Group

Posted 3 days ago, valid for 8 days

Birmingham, West Midlands B27 6QS, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

Career Moves is seeking a Head of Buying & Merchandising for an innovative retail e-commerce business in Birmingham.
The role requires proven leadership and strategic vision in merchandising, along with strong commercial acumen, ideally with experience in e-commerce or FMCG.
Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a relevant field and possess excellent communication and negotiation skills.
The position offers a competitive salary, reflecting the candidate's experience and the importance of the role in driving the company's growth.
This opportunity allows for significant impact and the potential for long-term career development within a dynamic team.

Career Moves are excited to be working alongside an innovative and entrepreneurial retail e-commerce business, based in the heart of Birmingham.They are seeking a dynamic and ambitious Head of Buying & Merchandising to lead a team and drive their mission to become a global leader in their space. If you're looking to make an impact and shape the future, this is the role for you.Role Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the Buying & Merchandising team, optimizing product availability, pricing, and efficiency.
Take an active role in product selection, ensuring alignment with market goals and customer engagement.
Identify new product opportunities and drive cost reductions to enhance customer value.
Build strong supplier relationships to streamline operations and improve the supply chain.
Ensure strategic decisions are data-driven, with a focus on KPIs and market trends.
Lead, mentor, and develop the team to foster innovation and excellence.

Key Skills and Experience:

Proven leadership and strategic vision in merchandising and product management.
Strong commercial acumen, with experience in e-commerce, trading, FMCG, or fintech.
Ability to drive profitability, optimize stock distribution, and manage pricing strategies.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to make decisions under pressure.
Proficiency in Excel and data analysis, with a keen eye for detail.

This is an opportunity to shape a key function in a growing company, with the potential for long-term growth and impact.Get in touch to find out more!

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