This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and driven individual to join our Category Management team.  The successful candidate will develop and manage a portfolio of suppliers and products, both existing and new.  You will build and maintain relationships with our branches, providing the support they require in order to help them increase sales and profitability.

 Key responsibilities of the Group Category Buyer will include:

• Supporting the Head of Purchasing and the Commercial team to deliver group strategies
• Negotiating and managing supplier agreements, securing the best products at the best prices
• Assisting in the ongoing management of a core range of products which will be stocked in all branches
• Maintaining group stocks in line with company policy
• Assisting Price Book in ensuring data is accurate on our computer system
• Assisting Purchase Ledger to resolve queries

 The successful candidate will possess the following attributes:

• Excellent communication skills
• Well-developed people skills
• Knowledge of building materials and their applications
• Strong commercial acumen
• A detailed approach to work
• Strong analytical skills
• Proficient in MS Office

The successful person will receive a competitive rate of pay plus fantastic benefits including:

• Staff Discounts
• On-site parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Training & Development Programs to help meet your career ambitions

Closing date for completed applications is Friday 6th September 2024

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