Buyer Location: Belfast Salary: £35,000 £40,000 Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Were seeking an experienced Buyer to manage OTC Medicines and Food Supplement categories for a leading pharmacy retail group. Youll negotiate with suppliers, analyse sales data, plan promotions, and ensure ranges remain competitive, profitable, and well-stocked. Key Responsibilities *Build and maintain strong supplier relationships. *Review and update product ranges to align with customer needs and market trends. *Negotiate cost prices, promotional investment, and joint business plans. *Monitor competitor activity and agree on annual category sales and profit targets with senior management. *Oversee stock levels, replenishment, and availability of core OTC medicines. *Communicate stock issues, shortages, and price changes to relevant teams. *Analyse sales, profitability, and stock reports to identify risks and opportunities. *Collaborate with marketing to plan and deliver promotional campaigns. *Provide merchandising plans and ensure stores receive correct POS materials. *Support store teams with product guidance, training, and category insights. *Work cross-functionally with retail, operations, and head office teams. About You *Educated to Degree level (or substantive relevant experience in a similar role). *Previous experience in Buying or Replenishment Buying in a fast-paced environment. *Strong analytical skills with confidence in interpreting reports. *Excellent negotiation and communication skills. *Strong IT literacy, including MS Excel. *Strong organisational skills. Desirable: Pharmacy-related qualifications, OTC category management, or retail marketing/merchandising experience. If you are interested in hearing more or being considered for this role, apply here or contact Sophie Keogh at Cpl NI. Skills: Buying Negotiation Analysis