Buyer (Food Retail)
🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Harrow
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£50,000 / year
CATEGORY
Retail
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SKILLS
Negotiation
Data Analysis
Commercial Awareness
Supplier Management
Category Planning
Excel
Stakeholder Management
Problem-Solving
FULL DESCRIPTION
Buyer (Food Retail)
Location: Harrow, London (Hybrid)
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per year
Job Type: Full-time
Recruiter: Kelly Barter - [contact hidden]
About the Role
An established national retail and distribution organisation is seeking an experienced Buyer to join its central trading team in Harrow. You will play a key role in delivering category performance, working with suppliers and internal stakeholders to improve profitability, availability, and operational efficiency. Occasional travel may be required.
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Proven negotiation experience within a recognised brand
- Worked within the Food Industry
- Strong data analysis and commercial awareness
- Experience working with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent planning, prioritisation, and time management
- Proficient in Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word
Desirable
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Business/Administration
Personal Attributes
- Commercially astute and resilient
- Collaborative and customer-focused
- Adaptable with strong problem-solving skills
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute category plans to drive profitability and optimise supplier terms
- Lead national supplier negotiations and manage cost price increases
- Deliver income budgets and forecast promotional spend
- Plan and manage seasonal and promotional trading activity
- Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment
- Manage product availability and resolve supply or operational issues
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