Trading Manager (Buyer / Senior Buyer)
Somerset (Head Office) | Hybrid working
Are 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:
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Owning sales and profitability targets for your category
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Developing a 2-year category strategy using market and customer insight
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Building and delivering a 12-month trading plan with clear tactical activity
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Negotiating promotional support and trading terms with suppliers
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Identifying risks, spotting opportunities and driving remedial action where needed
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Managing range changes and innovation, working with the wider Group and local suppliers
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Setting pricing within framework and keeping a sharp eye on competitor activity
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Playing a key role in budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting
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Presenting plans and performance updates to senior stakeholders
This 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:
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Retail trading experience (Buyer or similar)
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Strong commercial acumen and understanding of seasonality & price perception
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Experience across multiple sales channels
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Solid financial reporting knowledge
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Confident negotiation and presentation skills
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Strong Excel and PowerPoint capability
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Excellent organisation and deadline management
If 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:
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Highly competitive salary
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33 days' holiday (including bank holidays, with 5 flexible days)
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Hybrid working
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Discretionary bonus scheme
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Buy More Holiday scheme
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EV Car Scheme
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Life cover
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20% colleague discount
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Discounted healthcare and enhanced family leave
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Loyalty recognition & share save scheme
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In-house training and development
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Access to an award-winning Pension Scheme
This 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.
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