Buying Manager / Full time / Permanent / £55,000 - £60,000My client, a leading home furnishings retailer, are looking for a Buying Manager to join them on a full-time permanent basis. As a Buying Manager in this role, you should have strong knowledge of the retail industry and be confident in supplier negotiations and contract management. You should also be a confident communicator and have the ability to build strong relationships.Role and Responsibilities:

• Lead sourcing and category management to ensure product ranges are in line with market trends and customer expectations
• Ensure strong relationships are built and maintained with new and existing suppliers
• Negotiate terms, pricing and contracts
• Stay on top of industry trends
• Ensure profitability is maintained and remain competitive in the market
• Collaborate with wider teams such as sales and marketing to drive and increase sales
• Stay up to date with market research and emerging trends
• Ensure products are in line with company standards and quality

Essential skills:

• To be considered for this role you must have knowledge of flooring products such as LVT, laminate, solid wood flooring etc
• At least three years of experience in a similar role as a Purchasing Manager
• Previous experience in supplier negotiation and contract management
• Strong and confident communicator
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and in an independent way

Package:

• £55,000 - £60,000 base salary
• Fully office based at two London office locations
• Excellent retail discounts
• Birthday off

Buying Manager / Full time / Permanent / £55,000 - £60,000