Back to searchChase and Holland are delighted to partner with one of our longest standing clients in the search for a Buyer to join their expanding purchasing function.The role is based on site five days a week, near Doncaster within a short drive from the A1, so has excellent commuting links. It will sit within a retail environment, so prior experience within retail would be extremely advantageous. Reporting into the Head of Finance, this role will form a part of a team which is responsible for the entire product catalogue, numbering several thousand SKUs. This role has complete autonomy and functional leadership for the purchasing function and will be responsible for assessment of the current portfolio of stocked products and identifying any cost saving opportunities, then once this has been effectively completed, looking at a longer term strategic plan for the purchasing function such as supplier management and rationalisation.The ideal candidate will come from a retail background and have expereince of buying products from the following categories: * Tooling* Homewares* Pet care* Garden suppliesIf you are interested in finding out about this exciting Buyer opportunity, please click ‘apply now’.Chase & Holland acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We specialise in finance, supply chain, HR, IT and office support recruitment and comfortably service Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Staffordshire and Lincolnshire.''
Buyer
Chase and Holland Recruitment Ltd
Posted 14 hours ago, valid for 11 days
Doncaster, South Yorkshire DN3 3EE
£35,000 - £42,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Chase and Holland are seeking a Buyer for a retail client located near Doncaster, requiring five days on-site work.
- Candidates should have prior retail experience and a background in buying products from categories such as tooling, homewares, pet care, and garden supplies.
- The role involves assessing the product portfolio, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and developing a long-term strategic purchasing plan.
- The position offers complete autonomy and leadership within the purchasing function, reporting directly to the Head of Finance.
- Salary details are not specified, but relevant experience in retail purchasing is essential for applicants.