Senior Buying Manager - Snacks & Biscuit
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Job Details
* Location: Asda House
* Employment Type: Full-time
* Contract Type: Permanent
* Hours per Week: 37.5
* Salary: Competitive Salary plus benefits
* Category: Allocation
* Closing Date: 8 May 2025
About the Role
At Asda, we are on an exciting growth journey, transforming our business. We have an opportunity for an experienced Senior Buying Manager to join our Food division, which is central to our plans over the next three years. This role offers a chance to be part of a dynamic team shaping our future.
Responsibilities
1. Lead and manage the buying department, influencing capabilities across buying and commercial operations.
2. Develop a deep understanding of customer needs to inform decision-making.
3. Manage the category P&L and budgets end-to-end.
4. Develop and implement long-term category strategies aligned with enterprise goals across all channels.
5. Source suppliers, manage costs, and foster strong supplier relationships.
6. Oversee range, pricing, promotions, stock, and trading activities for the category.
7. Collaborate with wider business stakeholders to align and execute plans.
8. Lead transformation and change projects for maximum commercial and customer success.
Candidate Profile
Ideal candidates will have:
* Experience in fast-paced retail environments, owning and leading P&L.
* Proven senior commercial leadership experience.
* Strong strategic commercial acumen, including developing 3-year strategies and understanding macro-economic trends.
* Ability to make broad enterprise decisions and stay updated on market trends.
* Leadership skills with experience in managing diverse teams and fostering a positive culture.
* A strategic understanding of consumer behaviour and data-driven decision-making.
* Drive, tenacity, and a proactive approach to growth opportunities.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* Discretionary bonus
* Company pension up to 1.5x contributions (max 15%)
* £8,000 car allowance
* 15% discount in store and online
* Wellbeing services, virtual GP, counselling, and more
* Inclusion networks and parental leave policies
We foster a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work. Join us and be proud to be Asda.
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