Plant Buyer
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Location | Devon |
| Area | South West, UK |
| Sector | Retail Head Office - Buying |
| Salary | GBP45000.00 - GBP50000 per annum + Benefits |
| Currency | GBP |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Zachary Daniels |
| Job Ref | BBBH31763_1728047718 |
- Description
- Zachary Daniels Recruitment is delighted to be supporting this privately owned and family-run household name in the appointment of a Plant Buyer to bring into their trading team.
As a result of continued expansion, and their continued ongoing success we are seeking a dynamic Plant Buyer to join their Gardens team. As part of a friendly passionate team you will play a crucial role in achieving ambitious growth plans and providing customers with a great range of products at competitive prices
About the role:
As Plant Buyer you will be accountable for the plants category that sits within our clients Gardens Department. Working closely with their Gardens Buyer, suppliers and in-house departments you will drive the range and offering to ensure the plant offer stays at the forefront of the UK market.
Responsibilities
- You will have primary accountability for maximizing sales, margin & profitability in this fast moving category
- You will translate and execute category strategies, own target KPI's and foster relationships with stakeholders
- You will conduct market research to identify emerging trends, customer preference and competitor activities.
- You will use insights to make informed decisions on product selection and positioning
- You will have ultimate responsibility for the implementation of the product strategy and ensuring that the business meets with customer needs
- You will work with your cross-functional teams to ensure we deliver great product availability and quality
- You will ensure full adherence with all relevant statutory responsibilities related to the importation and sale of plants
Ideal Candidate
- Experienced retail/wholesale buyer, ideally within a fast-moving organisation with retail outlet stores.
- Demonstrable buying experience within plant categories, understand impact of wastage on the product.
- Strong commercial and import knowledge of the plant category legislation.
- Ability to analyse data with great attention to detail.
- Proactive, hardworking and reliable.
- Proven track record of successful supplier negotiation and contract management both UK & import.
- Have the ability to build relationships and influence both internal and external stakeholders.
- A true team player underpinned with great interpersonal skills
What's on offer:
- Competitive salary
- Pension
- 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing to 33 depending on length of service
- Long service awards
- Employee discount
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexible and Hybrid working
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