Food Buyer
My client, a highly successful food retailer, is seeking a commercial and innovative Food Buyer to join their expanding buying team. This is an amazing opportunity to join a highly established food business.
Salary – €80-90k plus generous benefits
Responsibilities of this Food Buyer job include:
1. Manage a portfolio of brands, including product selection, range reviews, new listings, and delistings based on market needs.
2. Analyse performance data to optimise ranges, improve margins, and meet sales targets.
3. Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, stakeholders, and internal teams.
4. Source new products and suppliers and coordinate promotional planning and communication.
5. Ensure customer and wholesale requirements are met across range, pricing, presentation, and promotions.
6. Collaborate with the buying team and lead by example, promoting clear communication and team support.
Requirements for this Food Buyer job:
7. 5+ years of food buying experience
8. Excellent communication skills with commercial aptitude
9. Proven track record in achieving required sales and margin
10. Excellent negotiation and influencing skills
11. Good numerical and IT skills
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below, and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position.