Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer – FMCG (Discounter Sector) Location: Leicester Salary: £75,000 – £80,000 Working Pattern: 5 days per week, on-site The Opportunity: This is a standout opportunity for an experienced FMCG Buyer who thrives in a fast-paced discounter environment. You will join at a pivotal moment, as the business is growing! You’ll be taking full ownership of a category and playing a key role in a major business turnaround. The Role As a Senior Buyer, you will be a critical driver of category performance. This is a "hands-on" leadership role where you will be expected to move with pace to evolve ranges, unlock commercial opportunities, and ensure the business delivers compelling, value-led products. * Lead end-to-end management of high-volume FMCG categories, with full accountability for sales growth and margin. * Take direct management responsibility for a Buying Assistant or Junior Buyer, coaching and developing them to ensure a high-performing departmental culture. * Develop and deliver clear category strategies aligned with the business’s aggressive UK expansion plans. * Build and manage robust supplier partnerships, negotiating effectively to deliver best-in-class value and availability. * Create customer-focussed ranges that reflect current market trends while maintaining a competitive price position. * Work closely with Merchandising, Supply Chain, and Operations to ensure seamless execution across the store estate. Your Skills & Experience We are looking for a proven Senior Buyer with a strong track record within a discounter or value retail environment. * Deep expertise in high-volume, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). * Experience in mentoring or managing junior staff (Assistant/Junior Buyer level). * You are comfortable operating in a fast-moving, 5-day on-site retail model where decisions have an immediate impact on the shop floor. * A sharp eye for profit and loss, with the ability to balance short-term trading wins with long-term category health. * A heavyweight negotiator who can secure the best terms while maintaining sustainable supplier relationships