Buyer (Fresh Produce) in Wolverhampton

Job description

Buyer (Fresh) – Drive Growth with a Leading Food & Retail Group

(Hybrid - Salary £60,000 - £65,000 + Company car OR car allowance)

My client is hiring a commercially sharp Buyer (Fresh) to lead key fresh categories across their dynamic retail, wholesale, and foodservice business.

The Role:

You’ll take charge of supplier relationships, promotions, and range strategy—maximising sales and margin across defined fresh food categories. This role is all about balancing commercial success with product availability, working closely with supply chain and sales teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage product availability and stock levels in line with business targets
• Develop new initiatives and areas of business which will drive sales
• Plan and execute effective, competitive, and supplier-funded promotions
• Analyse market trends and recommend actions to stay competitive
• Support cross-functional teams to ensure category profitability across all channels

What You'll Need:

• 5+ years in a Buying or Trading experience within Retail
• Experience in fresh food is a strong advantage
• Proven track record of supplier negotiation and profit delivery
• Strong understanding of category management and supply chain dynamics
• Confident working with senior stakeholders and leading teams

What they offer:

• Company car or car allowance
• Clear career progression pathways ↗
• Staff discounts & enhanced leave
• Company pension & life insurance
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact in a high-volume, fast-paced environment ⭐

Some travel and overnight stays required.

Ready to lead and grow? Join a business where your impact matters. Apply today.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Wolverhampton

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

28-06-2025

Profession type

Retail

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English