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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