about the company

Currently the biggest “next day” provider in the U.K and recognised as being the leader in their sector with a promise of a fast, reliable service, this company is one of the UK's leading multi-channel retailers.

They are expanding at a rapid rate and with future growth planned they are now looking to recruit at both a store and head office level.

You must want to work in a fast paced, change driven environment where results are key and new ideas are welcomed. It's flat structure and growth potential means that the opportunity for career progression is unlimited.
 

They are now looking for like minded people to put themselves at the centre of this continued growth....

 

about the role

Responsibilities will include: 

• Achieving sales and profitability targets as agreed with the Lead Buyer
• Development of your selected range in line with market trends to deliver optimum commercial benefit
• Managing the supplier base to meet commercial objectives
• Assist in the development of trading plans for the range to deliver sales and profit targets
• Involvement in negotiations with Vendors
• Researching and responding to competitor and customer activity
 

what experience do you need?

The successful RETAIL Buyer will have prior experience within a buying team as a BUYER or TRAINEE BUYER ideally but not exclusively from within the DIY, Food or Clothing sectors (Experience of working on clothing ranges would be a bonus). You will be highly numerate and commercial and be able to demonstrate your experience in analysing and interpreting large amounts of data. Your buying career to date will have given you experience of working to deadlines with the ability to multi task and work under pressure.
This organisation is a fast paced results focussed business that’s growing rapidly and this is a rare opportunity to put yourself at the centre of its growth...
 

how to apply?

Click here to apply for: BUYER job or email your CV to info@discoverretail.co.uk.

Alternatively if you prefer to talk you can give us a call on 0844 669 3335 to discuss this role in more detail.

DISCOVER RETAIL LIMITED
England House
The Sidings
Whalley
Clitheroe
BB7 9SE

+44 (0)844 669 3335
+44 (0)844 669 3336
info@discoverretail.co.uk

about us

We believe that careers are one of the most important choices in an individual's life…recruiting, retaining and developing the best people are some of the most important factors of a company's life.

Supporting retailers and caterers UK wide we introduce great performers for operational, head office and logistics roles. People rely on us for a complete range of needs, from attracting and selecting one-of-a-kind candidates, headhunting, managing recruitment campaigns and processes…also not forgetting, finding a new career or assisting in the next step of their career development.

We are driven to offer both job seekers and employer's success by providing a positive customer experience through our honesty, professionalism, efficiency and knowledge. We connect, advise and support retail and catering organisations with our specialised recruitment support; our services add value and increase productivity!

To get to the point we find great performers for great positions!

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