Why Superdrug?
Passionate about Beauty and Health? Want to be part of an innovative, trend-setting retailer? Our vibrant Head Office, based near East Croydon station, offers a fantastic environment filled with brilliant personalities.
We’re a team that puts our customers and our teams at the heart of everything we do. At Superdrug, we aim to be the best in accessible health & beauty, loved by our customers for value, choice, friendly advice, service, and fun.
Our success comes from our people – they make the difference. We’re all about personality, we have fun, and we work hard to deliver That Superdrug feeling.
Here's the exciting part… a day includes:
We are seeking a commercially astute, passionate, own brand buyer to work in an exciting and fast-paced category. Our own brand vision is to create and build great brands that our customers and colleagues love and share. We are credible, daring, entrepreneurial, and always looking for new opportunities and products to surprise and delight our customers.
Job Purpose
Responsible for driving sales & profitability of Superdrug Own Brand Hair Care and Clear Skin categories through delivering a robust commercial plan across product, price, promotions & merchandising that meets our customers’ needs.
To strive for excellence when developing Superdrug Own Brand Hair Care & Clear Skin ranges through the development and delivery of the product plan, collaborating with the Senior Buyer and a team of technical and design experts.
Reporting to the Senior Buyer, but responsible for autonomous projects. There is potential to line manage a Junior Buyer, extending responsibilities to Lip Care as well.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop Own Brand Category plans including Range Reviews, launch plans, Promotions, Pricing & Stock to meet Commercial Strategy & Financial targets.
* Create profitable promotional plans, forecast sales, and monitor performance regularly, adjusting plans as needed.
* Utilize and develop knowledge in category products, competitors, and market activity to enhance performance.
* Develop new brand concepts and product development plans for existing ranges.
* Develop products and packaging aligned with customer needs, collaborating with Marketing, CRM, Online, and digital teams for effective promotion.
* Conduct Category reviews incorporating market data, trends, merchandising, promotional, competitor, customer data, and buyer input, translating into annual NPD plans.
* Partner with Merchandising to agree on strategies that deliver Own Brand advantages while managing stock levels.
* Work with Supply Chain to adhere to sales forecasts and maintain product availability.
* Collaborate with International Buying and European teams to harmonize products and share best practices.
* Ensure clear communication and proper processes across the business.
* Establish and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, demonstrating strong communication skills.
What you’ll need to succeed
* Experience in Product Development and Buying.
* Commercial awareness and ability to interpret market data.
* Proven track record in brand building and product development.
* Strong negotiation skills.
* Customer-focused approach.
* Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks.
* Excellent communication and organizational skills.
* Project management experience.
* Analytical skills.
Here's what's in it for you
* 33 days holiday rising to 38 days with service (including bank holidays).
* Two staff discount codes for personal and family/friend use.
* 30% discount on Superdrug Own Brand Products in-store and online.
* Hybrid working options: 2 days from home, 3 days in the office near East Croydon Station.
* Company pension matching and bonus schemes.
* Access to Wagestream for flexible pay options.
* Part of a group working with Savers, The Perfume Shop, and Three UK.
* Part of A.S. Watson Group, operating in 25 markets with over 15,700 stores.
* Extensive Learning and Development programs.
* Enhanced leave and support policies.
Come and be part of something special.
Hours: 37.5 hours/week, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm. Hybrid working available.
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