Senior Buyer

Iris Recruiting Solutions

The Role

Overview

Drive category strategy, vendor relations, and profitability for retail product lines.

Key Responsibilities

  • vendor management
  • growth strategy
  • data analysis
  • cross functional
  • category strategy
  • pricing strategy

Tasks

-Manage vendor relationships, including negotiations, contracts, and joint business planning -Identify growth opportunities, optimize product mix, and enhance the overall customer experience -Analyze sales performance, market trends, and customer insights to make data-driven decisions -Partner cross-functionally with marketing, supply chain, and operations to execute category initiatives -Lead category strategy, assortment planning, and pricing to maximize sales and profitability

Requirements

  • analytical
  • strategic
  • retail buying
  • vendor management
  • negotiation
  • communication

What You Bring

We are seeking a dynamic Senior Buyer to drive success across key product categories. This role is perfect for a strategic thinker with strong retail buying experience and a passion for building win-win vendor relationships. -Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills -4–6 years of retail buying or category management experience -Proven track record of vendor management and negotiation -Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment -Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills

The Company

About Iris Recruiting Solutions

-Offers executive search services, focusing on finding top-tier talent for specialized sectors. -With a strong history of connecting skilled professionals with leading companies, they offer tailored recruitment services. -Their expertise spans industries such as energy, infrastructure, industrial, and utilities, ensuring a broad range of placements. -Known for a client-centric approach, they work closely with businesses to understand their needs and deliver quality candidates. -Their consultants bring deep market knowledge, making them a trusted partner for both job seekers and employers. -A small yet agile team, capable of responding rapidly to client demands, often exceeding expectations.

Sector Specialisms

Construction

Engineering

Manufacturing

Retail

Supply Chain

Distribution

Automation

Controls

Robotics

Commercial General Contracting

Apparel

Non-Apparel

Grocery

Health & Beauty

Warehouse

Transportation

Field Service Technicians

Quality

Engineering Leadership

Manufacturing Leadership