Head of Buying

Contract Length: NA
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £40000 - £50000/annum

Head of Buying - Norwich, Norfolk - Head of Buying required to join an expanding and leading wholesaler, within one of the fastest moving and diverse supply chains in the world. This award winning company is committed to serving their customers, regardless of size and location, with the highest quality and best value service available. Our client accepts that its constant success in the market and its continuous ability to deliver the best possible service to its clients, depends on the best technology being available to you, so as “Head of Buying” you can rest assured you will be working with the state of the art IT and marketing systems as well as being introduced regularly to new initiatives and systems to improve profitability and assist with your role. Responsibilities and Accountabilities; • To lead and manage the buying, supply and return functions • Maximise discount and income against budget • Deputise for the Buying and Marketing directors when required • Be accountable for MSD achievement versus budget • Accountable for stock against budget • Negotiate with suppliers To be successful in this CV enhancing and challenging role you will have previous experience in a similar role, be highly driven and goal orientated with proven leadership and management skills. Strong communications and negotiation skills are paramount.

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