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Senior Buyer

Posted 3 days 15 hours ago by Fashion & Retail Personnel

Permanent

Full Time

Other

Surrey, Kingston Upon Thames, United Kingdom, KT1 1

Job Description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

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

Key requirements

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.