Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsFree Parking ; Close to transport linksFlexible working hoursAbout Our Client A great opportunity for a Junior Buyer - Pets to join a FTSE 100 company in the Liverpool area. The business sells a variety of product across a number of different channels/ markets. This is one of the largest categories in the business so needs someone who is really driven and thrives in fast-paced environment.Job DescriptionSource and manage the product range from initial concept until completion, both from the UK, Europe and Far East sources on own labelWork with some of the biggest household brand names to ensure we are first to market on new products and have a strong promotion programmeWeekly review sales of new and existing lines, deciding with the Senior Buyer what lines we should keep or take out of the rangeBuild a strong activity plan for the year that maximises key seasonal eventsWork closely with the merchandiser and suppliers to ensure Critical Path is up to date on key eventsPlan & prepare with the Senior Buyer ranges for sign off with the Buying DirectorWork with the Design Team to develop own brand artwork for approvalThis JB role will have buying responsibility for 3 different subcats - so a great opportunity to step up to the next level in preparation for Buyer levelThe Successful ApplicantMust have a growth mind set, be willing to learn on the job and enjoy having responsibility and accountability for your P & LStrong negotiation, communication, interpersonal and influencing skillsAble to build and maintain effective and productive relationships with key stakeholders and suppliersAble to utilise data to fully understand customer behaviour and habits and have good excel skillsAttention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks at once and to work well under pressureWhat's on OfferFree ParkingFlexible working environmentHoliday increasing to 33 days with service10% in discountDouble discount daysBenefits Portal - Discounts for other retailers, hospitality, discounted heath care etcPension SchemeHoliday Purchase Scheme Holiday PurchaseJunior Buyer - PetsJunior Buyer - PetsContactLyndsey SheridanQuote job refJN-022025-6667268Phone number+44 161 829 0372Job summaryJob functionRetailSubsectorBuyingSectorRetailLocationLiverpoolContract typePermanentConsultant nameLyndsey SheridanConsultant phone+44 161 829 0372Job referenceJN-022025-6667268
