Junior Buyer

SF Recruitment are working with a leading national retail brand to recruit a Junior Buyer. We are looking for candidates who have either a good entry level of procurement/buying experience or FMCG sales experience.

Fantastic working culture with industry leading progression & development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work towards achieving key performance indicators (KPIs) such as stock management, waste reduction, margin improvement, and sales growth.
• Develop and implement collaborative plans with suppliers to meet business objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with small business owners and FMCG suppliers.
• Manage both branded and private label product lines.
• Oversee and track contract balances effectively.
• Handle administrative tasks, including stock control, order processing, setting up new product forms, and managing office communications.
• Conduct range reviews to evaluate and optimize product offerings.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• A motivated individual eager to grow and develop their skills as a buyer.
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• A confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Well-organized, with excellent time management abilities.
• Previous experience in the industry is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills, along with proficiency in numerical analysis and negotiation.
• Competent in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.