We're partnering with a market-leading UK online grocery retailer to recruit a Senior Buyer for Fruit. This is a high-impact, senior commercial role with full ownership of a flagship fresh produce category and responsibility for leading a talented buying team.
The Opportunity
As Senior Buyer for Fruit, you'll have full commercial accountability for the category, managing a complex global supply base and driving performance across profit, availability, quality and innovation. You'll operate at pace, using live data to make agile trading decisions while shaping long-term category strategy.
You'll also play a key role within the wider Produce leadership team, contributing to cross-functional initiatives and future business direction.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial Leadership
Full P&L ownership for the Fruit category, delivering against all commercial KPIs
Lead the end-to-end sourcing strategy across global supply chains and seasonal complexity
Negotiate and deliver high-value Joint Business Plans with growers and importers
Make fast, data-led trading decisions in response to weather, availability and market dynamics
Ensure full compliance with GSCOP and the Business Code of Conduct
Strategy, Range & Innovation
Lead category reviews to optimise range, value and innovation
Deliver first-to-market seasonal highlights and exclusive propositions
Partner closely with Trade Planning, Supply Chain and Technical teams to ensure best-in-class availability and quality
Supplier & Risk Management
Manage and develop a diverse, global supplier base
Identify and mitigate supply, quality and continuity risks
Drive strong supplier engagement and performance through clear governance and communication
People Leadership
Lead, coach and develop a team of 3 buyers
Foster a high-performance, collaborative culture
Act as a senior voice within the Produce leadership team
About You
Significant retail buying experience within Fresh Produce (Fruit strongly preferred)
Strong understanding of global agricultural supply chains and seasonality
Proven track record of managing complex P&Ls and delivering commercial results
Excellent negotiator with experience leading strategic, high-value supplier agreements
Highly data-literate, able to translate insight into both long-term strategy and day-to-day trading decisions
Experienced people leader with a passion for developing talent
What's on Offer
Senior, high-profile role within a fast-paced, data-driven retail environment
Hybrid working (3 days office-based)
Competitive salary, bonus and comprehensive benefits package
Strong opportunities for career progression within a growing online retail business
Interested?
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