Senior Buyer Cosmetics – 12 Month MAT Cover
Status: Expired
Location: East Croydon
Hours: 37.5 per week (9:00am – 5:30pm, hybrid working)
Contract type: Fixed Term 12 months
Salary: Competitive
Key Responsibilities
* Lead a team of 2 buyers and 2 BAs to deliver the commercial business strategy for Cosmetics.
* Identify and source new products, deliver competitive promotional plans.
* Interact with stakeholders: Commercial, suppliers, marketing, merchandising, supply chain and, occasionally, AS Watson.
* Develop, implement and deliver category plans including range reviews, promotions, pricing and stock to align with commercial strategy and financial objectives.
* Collaborate with marketing to develop promotion plans and strategies for the brands.
* Review and evaluate the effectiveness of promotions, taking action where necessary and sharing best practice.
* Work with suppliers to launch & develop NPD, negotiate exclusivity periods and bespoke campaigns on big brands.
* Read and interpret market data for day‑to‑day category management, make customer‑led decisions, negotiate fixed investment.
* Present strategic objectives beyond day‑to‑day promotions, pricing and star buys.
* Partner with merchandising to agree merchandising strategy, ensure range fit, store availability and slow‑moving stock control.
* Coordinate with supply chain to maintain sales & forecast adherence and in‑store availability.
* Develop and maintain effective external supplier relationships to enhance product proposition.
* Employ appropriate negotiation strategies to attain best terms for the category and business.
* Manage and coach team members to achieve category and personal development objectives, and take responsibility for own professional development.
What makes you a good fit
* Enjoy a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment with strategic decision‑making.
* Excellent at building trusting relationships with stakeholders and leading a team.
* Analytical mindset for translating data into action.
* Strong prioritisation, delegation and deadline management skills.
* Passion for product development and innovation.
Required skills & experience
* Strong negotiation skills to secure the best outcomes.
* Confidence to make commercial decisions that impact stores.
* Strong leadership capabilities to deliver results through people.
* Solid understanding of Cosmetics market core principles.
Benefits & Perks
* 33 days holiday rising to 38 days with length of service (includes 8 UK bank holidays).
* Hybrid working pattern – 2 days from home, 3 days at East Croydon office.
* Company pension matching and bonus scheme.
* Stream money management app – access to pay advance up to 30%.
* Discounts: staff discount codes, 30% discount on Superdrug Own Brand products, 2 staff discount codes for family/friend.
* Learning & development programmes, enhanced maternity/shared parental/adoption leave, company sick pay, pregnancy loss support.
* Digital GP, mental health consultations, annual health check via Workplace+ app.
EEO Statement
Superdrug is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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