Trading Manager (Buyer / Senior Buyer)Somerset (Head Office) | Hybrid workingAre you a commercially driven buying professional who thrives on turning strategy into results? Ready to take ownership of a £100m+ category and shape its future? This could be your next big move.A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Trading Manager to join our client's growing team at their Yeovil Head Office. This is a high-impact role where you'll be responsible for delivering sales and profit targets, building compelling trading plans, and driving real commercial growth.What you'll be doing:Owning sales and profitability targets for your categoryDeveloping a 2-year category strategy using market and customer insightBuilding and delivering a 12-month trading plan with clear tactical activityNegotiating promotional support and trading terms with suppliersIdentifying risks, spotting opportunities and driving remedial action where neededManaging range changes and innovation, working with the wider Group and local suppliersSetting pricing within framework and keeping a sharp eye on competitor activityPlaying a key role in budgeting, forecasting and financial reportingPresenting plans and performance updates to senior stakeholdersThis is a role for someone who combines strategic thinking with hands-on trading expertise. You'll be a strong negotiator customer-focused, commercially astute and confident working cross-functionally in a fast-paced retail environment.We're looking for:Retail trading experience (Buyer or similar)Strong commercial acumen and understanding of seasonality & price perceptionExperience across multiple sales channelsSolid financial reporting knowledgeConfident negotiation and presentation skillsStrong Excel and PowerPoint capabilityExcellent organisation and deadline managementIf you're someone who takes ownership, thrives on accountability and enjoys collaborating to achieve shared goals, you'll fit right in.In return, you'll enjoy a fantastic package including:Highly competitive salary33 days' holiday (including bank holidays, with 5 flexible days)Hybrid workingDiscretionary bonus schemeBuy More Holiday schemeEV Car SchemeLife cover20% colleague discountDiscounted healthcare and enhanced family leaveLoyalty recognition & share save schemeIn-house training and developmentAccess to an award-winning Pension SchemeThis is a brilliant opportunity to join a market-leading retailer where you can truly influence performance, innovation and growth. If you'd like to find out more, We'd love to have a confidential conversation.BH35646JBRP1_UKTJ