Senior Buyer

RHR are pleased to be recruiting for a Senior Buyer to join this successful and long established retailer in South London. Trading predominantly within the home & lifestyle sector, this client is looking for a Senior Buyer to join their business to manage Small Domestic Appliances which is a significant part of overall sales.

• Develop the range to maximise financial returns.
• Work cross functionally with an established supplier base.
• Negotiate and take ownership for securing the best margins.

• Proven previous experience as a Buyer across General Merchandise, ideally with ownership of electricals or SDA
• Commercial acumen, including the ability to work in cross functional teams.
• Great communication and leadership experience; showing resilience and a desire to perform at a high level.
• Able to work at pace in a reactive and proactive role.
• Numerical ability, with an analytical and trade focused mindset.
• Strong IT skills including MS Office.
• The role will require 3 to 4 days a week at the head office with 1 or 2 days at home.
• In return you can expect an excellent package with a basic between 65 - 80K depending on experience.
• This retailer is seeking a Senior buyer who is interested in a long term career and the opportunity to develop internally.