Overview

Position Title:Junior Buyer

Company:B&M Retail

Location:Kingston upon Hull, UK

Job Description:

We are looking for a Junior Buyer who is ambitious, driven and thrives in a fast paced environment. Reporting to the Senior Buyer you will source suppliers and negotiate the best possible terms, to ensure you are building a strong commercial range for our growing portfolio of stores..

Responsibilities:

  • Weekly analysis of the market, reviewing both direct and indirect competitors
  • Source and manage the product range from initial concept until completion, both from the UK and Far East sources
  • Supplier negotiations including pack sizes, packaging, lead-times, promotions and cost prices
  • Review sales of new and existing lines, making suggestions to senior Buyers as to how sales can be improved
  • Work closely with the merchandiser and suppliers to ensure Critical Path is up to date
  • Plan & Prepare with the Senior Buyer ranges for sign off with the Buying Director
  • Work with the Buying Assistant and Design Team to develop own brand artwork for approval
  • Where required work with QC team for compliance

Requirements:

  • Junior Buyer level or a Senior Assistant Buyer at a level to step up to JB
  • FMCG experience/knowledge would be an advantage but not essential
  • Strong negotiation, communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
  • Able to build and maintain effective and productive relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers including Far East
  • Able to utilise data to fully understand customer behaviour and habits
  • Attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks at once and to work well under pressure
  • Experience of overseeing Buying Admin within a team structure

About B&M Retail

B&M is a fast-growing discount retailer, operating from over 680 high street and out of town stores across the UK, with a team of over 35,000!