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SalaryAre you looking to take the next step in buying? A role where you have responsibility for 50% of a multi-million pound retailers range? Perhaps you work with a boring product, and would like to work with something more edgy and interesting? Maybe you've been commuting into the big smoke, and want something closer to home in Essex/Herts?
If any of this rings true it could be worth reading about the role we currently have live with a consumer organisation based just South of Cambridge on the Hertfordshire/Essex border. Due to internal moves they're seeking a talented and commercially sound buyer to take ownership of one of their key product categories. This is a a varied role, where you will be involved in buying, range management, NPD, stock planning and pricing, and as a result would suit somebody keen to to take a role with more responsibility not shackled by the restrictions of working in a larger branded organisation.
Candidates must have both some experience in sourcing and buying consumer products, as well as excellent negotiation and analytical skills. Candidates without experience in the consumer sector will may be considered if you have worked with large ranges of finished goods, not ingredients, components or materials.
On a daily basis you will be analysing sales data to determine product performance in your categories and using this insight to both drive your buying strategy but also guidance on stock levels. You will be managing your category with the viewpoint of removing or improving underperforming products, and improving margins on strong products through re-sourcing and negotiation.
Reporting into senior management you will be a flexible, relaxed, easy going but motivated individual. Willing and able to hold their own, as well as take guidance. All applicants must have the ability to build strong supplier relationships and communicate effectively at all levels. Candidates currently working in a junior buying/category role with the skills and desire to take the next step will be considered.
The role is office based, but does offer an incredibly flexible working day with the ability to work any hours from a 7am - 3pm, up to 9am - 6pm. Due to their location the role is commutable from Stansted, Saffron Walden, Cambridge, Royston, Hertford, Chelmsford, Haverhill, Colchester, Bishops Stortford, Braintree and Harlow.
Zero Surplus is East Anglia's premier category and buying agency, based just outside Cambridge our category recruiters source buying staff for small and international B2B & B2C retailers across Cambridgeshire and the East of England.
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