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Senior Buyer

Pure Resourcing Solutions
Posted 9 hours ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Norwich, Norfolk NR13 6LT, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A part-time Senior Buyer position is available in Norwich for maternity cover, with an immediate start preferred.
  • The role involves supporting the merchandising and wholesale teams, focusing on the personal development of the buying team.
  • Key responsibilities include branded product buying, selection and ranging for online and stores, and maintaining supplier relationships.
  • Candidates should have strong IT and analytical skills, along with retail buying experience being advantageous.
  • The salary for this position is competitive, and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience is required.
I am recruiting for a Senior Buyer on a part time basis (4 days a week) for my client in Norwich.  This is a maternity cover position and an immediate start is preferred.  Working alongside the merchandising team and closely with the wholesale team, the senior buyer will support and drive the personal development of the buying team supporting them on core buying skills and their development.  Duties include: 
  • Responsibility for branded product buying 
  • Assisting with selection and ranging for online and stores 
  • Review the range with the team and ensure all opportunities are explored 
  • Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers and source new suppliers for future products 
  • Assist with forecasting sales for product platforms 
  • Lead the weekly trade meeting 
  • Managing a team of four 
Requirements for the role: 
  • Excellent IT skills 
  • Strong analytical skills 
  • Self motivated 
  • Strong commercial awareness 
  • Ability to lead and present 
  • Experience in retail buying would be an advantage.  
For more information on this role, please contact Emily at Pure.

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