Procurement Specialist
We are seeking a skilled Procurement Specialist to lead our team's efforts in category development and delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
* Collaborate with the procurement team to devise strategic plans for buying categories
* Assist in planning and execution of sales and margin targets for buying categories
* Identify emerging market trends and coordinate action plans to capitalize on these opportunities
* Manage product assortment to ensure our offerings remain market leading
* Ensure own label and branded goods are competitively priced at all times
* Oversee and develop private label offerings at all levels
* Develop strong business relationships with existing suppliers and source new ones
* Plan and negotiate promotional activity for categories to attract new customers and build sales
Requirements:
* At least 2 years of experience in section buying
* A degree in a related field, preferably food or business related
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* A passion for food and an eye for emerging trends
* Excellent communication skills
* Attention to detail with the ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines
* Able to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth of our business and enhance the customer shopping experience.