Senior Buyer

Ref: 116848

Leeds, UK

£55,000

• Permanent
• Senior Buying Experience
• Strategic Category Management
• Immediately Available

About the candidate

An engaging professional with a wealth of experience in procurement and category management, this Senior Buyer boasts over 25 years of successful performance in the retail sector and FMCG settings.

Their career is marked by significant achievements in procurement, from strategic sourcing and brand planning to negotiation and supply management. Adept at operating within large-scale and fast-paced environments.

What makes them great?

• Driven significant cost savings, including £220k in one role and £250k in recovery from unclaimed money in another, demonstrating exceptional financial acumen and negotiation skill.
• Added £190k in additional margin through strategic price reviews and negotiations, further evidencing their capability to enhance financial performance.
• Proven leadership, having effectively managed teams and cross-functional departments to achieve set goals and business plans.

Areas of expertise

• Retail Management & Strategic Sourcing: Demonstrated proficiency in navigating large retail organisations and negotiating competitive contracts, enhancing profitability and efficiency.
• Category Management: Skilled in managing product categories to optimise product ranges and sales potential in alignment with business objectives.
• Team Leadership & Development: Experienced in leading and mentoring teams, ensuring personnel growth and operational success.