Overview
Buyer 12 Month Mat Cover role at myGwork - LGBTQ+ Business Community with Superdrug. This job is with Superdrug, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Do not contact the recruiter directly.
Responsibilities
* Developing and delivering category plans including range reviews, promotions, pricing and stock aligned with the overall commercial strategy and financial objectives.
* Collaborate with the Marketing team to develop and implement marketing promotional plans and strategies relevant to the category; adhere to legislation and brand guidelines; clearly and effectively communicate with the customer to drive footfall and profitable sales.
* Review and evaluate promotion effectiveness, take appropriate actions where necessary, and share best practices with peers and other stakeholders.
* Work with the Own Brand team to develop and deliver Own Brand products/ranges that increase participation and meet agreed strategy and plans.
* Partner with the Merchandising team to agree merchandising strategy that delivers the right range in the right store, ensuring in-store availability and control of slow-moving stock.
* Identify and implement new product opportunities that are competitively priced, commercially viable and meet customer needs, driving sales and profitability.
* Manage and review pricing within the company pricing strategy to remain competitive and maximise profitability.
* Collaborate with Supply Chain to ensure base sales and promotional forecasts are adhered to while maintaining in-store availability.
* Develop effective internal working relationships with cross-functional teams to support and enhance category objectives and performance.
* Develop and maintain external relationships to enhance the Superdrug proposition and meet customer needs.
* Adopt appropriate negotiation strategies to attain the best terms for the category and the business.
* Maintain category expertise by continually developing knowledge of products, competitors and market activity to deliver increased category performance.
Qualifications / What You'll Need
* Minimum 5 years' experience as a buyer in a retail environment (Grocer, Fragrance, Healthcare).
* Strong analytical skills.
* Strong Excel skills.
* Very strong commercial awareness and creative skills.
* Proven negotiation skills.
* Decisive and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication, analytical and organizational skills.
* Demonstrated delegation skills and ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
* Excellent time management and ability to cope under pressure.
What’s in it for you
* 33 days holiday rising to 38 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays).
* Being part of a group with Savers, The Perfume Shop and Three UK; part of A.S. Watson Group, the world's largest international health and beauty retailer with over 15,700 stores in 25 markets.
* 2 staff discount codes for yourself and a family member or friend.
* 30% discount on Superdrug Own Brand products in store and online.
* Currently working from home in line with government guidelines; when possible you will be in a modern office near East Croydon Station.
* Company pension matching and bonus; extensive Learning and Development programmes.
* Enhanced maternity/paternity/shared parental/adoption leave, company sick pay and pregnancy loss support.
* Hours: 37.5 per week, 9:00am – 5:30pm.
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