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Buyer

Zachary Daniels
Posted a day ago, valid for 6 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Salary

£40,000 - £48,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The global retailer is seeking an experienced Buyer for their London-based commercial team, focusing on retail operations in the Netherlands.
  • Candidates should possess a strong FMCG background and relevant buying experience in the International or European market, ideally with at least several years in a similar role.
  • The position involves cross-functional collaboration, leading the commercial agenda, and shaping the company's future through supplier relationships.
  • The compensation package includes a competitive salary, a company car allowance, and an annual bonus based on performance, along with a hybrid working model and generous holiday allowances.
  • Frequent travel to the Netherlands is required, and candidates should have strong negotiation skills and business acumen, with multilingual abilities being a plus.

Buyer | FMCG | Global Retailer London Based with frequent travel to the NetherlandsZachary Daniels are delighted to be supporting this global retailer in the search for an experienced Buyer to join their commercial team based in London, buying for their retail operations in the Netherlands. We are looking for a candidate with a strong FMCG background, tough negotiation skills, with a passion for buying to join their ever-growing team.The role of Buyer is truly cross-functional - you will be right at the centre of the business, leading and driving the commercial agenda. You will have full accountability and an opportunity to shape the future of the company through your suppliers.About you

  • Background in FMCG or similar product categories.
  • You will have strong experience within relevant buying or commercial roles within the International / European market place
  • Understands the importance and takes a proactive approach to the development of wider trading team members.
  • An individual who has the ability to work cross-functionally to deliver results.
  • Strong business acumen
  • Is a compelling voice of the business and category(s) externally (suppliers, landlords), and internally (stakeholders, stores)
  • Leads and develops a positive culture.
  • Desired multilingual (not a pre-requisite)

The package:

  • Competitive salary
  • Company Car Allowance
  • Annual bonus based on company and personal performance.
  • Hybrid working model with frequent travel.
  • 25 Days holiday, plus your Birthday off, plus Bank Holidays with an opportunity to buy extra days holiday.
  • Finish at 4pm on a Friday
  • Employee discount for stores.

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