Buyer | Hybrid | Lancashire
We’re recruiting a Buyer to join a fast-growing business in Lancashire that’s scaling at pace. This is a hybrid role with 3 days on-site and 2 days from home, alongside flexible hours to support work–life balance.
The business has achieved 400% growth since 2023/24 and has a new site pending, creating genuine opportunities for progression and development. The salary for this role is up to £38,000, depending on experience.
The Role
Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, you’ll take ownership of supplier relationships, stock availability, and key commercial decisions across core product ranges.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead supplier negotiations to secure competitive pricing, rebates, and promotional support
* Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships, ensuring early access to new products and innovation
* Manage forecasting, ordering, and stock availability, targeting 97%+ availability
* Monitor supplier performance using KPIs (OTIF, availability %, stock ageing) and present clear business cases
* Proactively manage aged or slow-moving stock with creative, commercially sound solutions
* Ensure all supplier and product documentation is accurate and compliant with regulations
* Share knowledge and provide guidance to Buyers within the team to raise capability and consistency
About You
* Significant buying experience within FMCG, retail, or distribution
* Strong track record in supplier management and commercial negotiation
* International buying experience is ideal — particularly sourcing from China, though we’re open to other regions
* Commercially astute with the confidence to influence business-critical decisions
* Analytical mindset with strong Excel skills and confidence using data and KPIs
* Proven experience in forecasting and stock control
* Clear, persuasive communicator with strong influencing skills
* CIPS qualification desirable, but not essential
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary up to £38,000 (DOE)
* Hybrid working : 3 days on-site / 2 from home
* Flexible working hours
* 30 days holiday, increasing with service
* Life insurance
* Cashback healthcare plan (Westfield Health)
* Product discounts
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* On-site parking and gym
* Additional long-service benefits, including enhanced family-friendly policies
If this is of interest, please apply and I will reach out to you directly!