London (3 days a week)

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Food Buyer or National Account Manager to join a leading business based at head office, with excellent hybrid options available. You will be working with new products / start up brands so this is much more about joint business planning / developing collaborative relationships. You must be passionate about food.

You will be responsible for delivering a commercially focused product ranges that meet both company and team targets, while maintaining a strategic business focus to ensure continued growth in the fresh food category.

Building & maintaining strong relationships with suppliers Sourcing suppliers & negotiating best cost prices Analysing sales figures to plan successful future lines Review levels of own brand stock & ensure adequate levels are available and minimise risk Presenting reports, figures and trend information to the Senior Management team Dealing and resolving escalated supplier queries Analyse market trends and competitor activity Working with own brand development team to ensure new products adhere to department business plans

Key requirements for the role; Proven experience as Buyer / Buying Manager within a fast paced retail environment. Ability...