Job Overview
The Head of Buying plays a pivotal role in leading the retail buying function, fostering strategic sourcing initiatives and driving commercial growth. A seasoned leader with exceptional business acumen is required to helm a high-performing buying team.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop innovative procurement strategies to optimize costs and enhance efficiency
* Identify opportunities for expansion across retail categories
* Lead and mentor a buying team to achieve margin growth and customer satisfaction
* Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships
* Collaborate with key stakeholders, including retail operations, e-commerce, merchandising, finance, and marketing
* Monitor supplier performance and market trends
* Oversee inventory management and ensure compliance with industry regulations
Requirements
* Minimum 10 years' experience in senior retail buying roles
* Strong leadership and people management skills
* Expertise in sourcing, supply chain management, and product category planning
* Excellent negotiation and influencing skills
* Strategic thinker with outstanding commercial awareness