Junior Buyer | North West | £32,000 - £40,000 DOE | Retailer
The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
If you're already managing your own categories and are looking for a role with real ownership, accountability, and progression, this is a strong next step!
We are partnering with a well-established, multi-million-pound retailer based in the North West to recruit a Junior Buyer to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a commercially focused role within a stable and successful business, offering real ownership and progression.
This position offers exposure across own-label product ranges, you will report directly to the Senior Buyer and take responsibility for sourcing and developing commercially your own successful product ranges that resonate with customers.
Key Responsibilities:
* Own and manage three product sub-categories, with full accountability for planning, trading, and performance
* Source and develop product ranges from concept through to launch, working with UK and Far East suppliers
* Lead the development of own-label ranges in collaboration with internal design and support teams
* Build and maintain strong supplier relationships across both branded and own-label partners
* Negotiate cost prices, promotions, and commercial terms to maximise profitability
* Analyse weekly sales performance and provide actionable insights to drive category growth
* Develop and deliver a robust promotional and trading calendar aligned to seasonal opportunities
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date critical paths in collaboration with merchandising and suppliers
* Drive innovation and speed to market across all product areas
About You:
* Currently operating at Junior Buyer level, or a strong xsngvjr Assistant Buyer already managing your own categories end-to-end
* Proven ability to plan, buy, and trade categories independently
* Strong commercial acumen with confidence in owning and influencing P&L performance
* Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
* Highly analytical, with confidence working with data and Excel
* Proactive, hands-on approach with a drive to take ownership and deliver results
* Open to and enthusiastic about international travel as part of the role
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