Trading Manager (Buyer / Senior Buyer)

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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:

Owning sales and profitability targets for your category
Developing a 2-year category strategy using market and customer insight
Building and delivering a 12-month trading plan with clear tactical activity
Negotiating promotional support and trading terms with suppliers
Identifying risks, spotting opportunities and driving remedial action where needed
Managing range changes and innovation, working with the wider Group and local suppliers
Setting pricing within framework and keeping a sharp eye on competitor activity
Playing a key role in budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting
Presenting 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-f...
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Location:
Bath
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Management & Consultancy

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