Buyer - Full Time / Permanent Location: Oxford (towards Kidlington) Reports to: Head of Purchasing Salary: up to 40k DOE
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and commercially minded Buyer to join a growing team in a fast-paced environment. This role offers the chance to take ownership of a supplier portfolio and contribute to the development of a dynamic product range that reflects market trends and customer needs.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage relationships with suppliers and negotiate trading agreements
* Monitor product pricing and support promotional activity
* Identify opportunities to improve profitability and expand supplier base
* Attend trade shows and pitch new product ideas
* Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to identify trends
* Lead category reviews and manage product performance
* Handle new product enquiries and range development
* Analyse data and provide actionable insights to improve results
Person Profile:
* Self-starter with a proactive mindset
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills
* Organised and detail-oriented with analytical ability
* Comfortable working in a fast-moving and evolving environment
* Confident in challenging ideas and driving improvements
* Approachable and team-focused
Experience and Skills:
* Previous experience in a purchasing or buying role
* Proven negotiation skills with suppliers
* Degree or CIPS qualification desirable
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel and quick to learn new systems
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in purchasing while making a real impact. Immediate start available for the right candidate.