Considered to be one of the UK's leading retailers, this unique business offers an extensive range of clothing and homeware products. With a nationwide network of large format stores their reputation has been built on providing up to the minute branded and own label fashion at reasonable prices. The company has enjoyed a sustained period of success and can provide excellent career opportunities within a fast paced and commercially driven environment.

The position comprises all aspects of a typical buyer role with an emphasis on delivering commercially viable ranges and driving profitability through effective negotiations. Successful candidates will be expected to develop product and maintain close contact with existing branded and own label suppliers although a degree of NPD through new contacts is also part of the role. Applicants will also be expected to exploit new business opportunities in order to achieve further category growth.

Interested parties will be commercially aware change managers who are able to consistently deliver effective solutions to a variety of day to day and strategic issues. Applicants must possess strong negotiation skills and have some experience of dealing with a global supply base of own label and branded suppliers. Experience of Far East sourcing would also be beneficial although not pre-requisite.

Job Salary / Benefits:

£55 – 62,000 plus bonus,benefits and car allowance

Location:

North West

Retail Jobs Contact:

Retail Head Office Team

01494 538855

01494 538877

retailvacancies@dwc.co.uk

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