Head of Buying
Headhunter: Michael Page International
Nonfood
London - Großbritannien
Manager / Team Leader
Experteer Overview
In this role you will lead the buying function within a large retail organisation, shaping procurement strategy to support company objectives. You will manage a sizable team, drive supplier negotiations, and align purchasing with market trends and demand. You’ll focus on cost optimisation, stock availability, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver measurable business impact. This is a dynamic, collaborative environment where strategic buying choices directly influence product availability and profitability.
Compensation / Benefits
- competitive salary
- permanent contract
- dynamic work environment
- collaborative team culture
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic buying plans aligned with company objectives
- Lead and manage a large buying team, ensuring performance and development
- Negotiate with suppliers to secure favourable terms and maintain relationships
- Analyse market trends and consumer needs to inform purchasing decisions
- Monitor stock levels to ensure product availability matches demand
- Collaborate with other departments to integrate buying strategies
- Oversee buying team performance and implement improvements as needed
Key requirements
- Experience in Head of Buying role within the retail industry
- Strong leadership skills with ability to manage and develop a large team
- Exceptional analytical skills to interpret market trends and data
- Proven ability to develop and execute strategic buying plans
- Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management skills
- Solid understanding of stock management and cost optimisation processes
Description
In this role you will lead the buying function within a large retail organisation, shaping procurement strategy to support company objective…
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