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Senior Buyer/Head of Buying
Job Posted: 3 days ago
Salary: £ 60,000 - 80,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Amersham
Expire in: 25 days
Job Description
Senior Buyer / Head of Buying
Location: Amersham
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Our client are a fast-growing importer and distributor of Asian and Oriental food. They are seeking a commercially driven Senior Buyer/Head of Buying to operate at a senior leadership level directly alongside one of the founding Directors.
This role requires international travel
Role Overview
Senior Buyer/Head of Buying
The successful candidate will work with junior buyers/demand planners, imports and a technical team.
Communication and collaborative working will be key.
This role will take ownership of supplier and brand relationships within a defined geographical territory (likely East Asia and/or South Asia), leading all aspects of sourcing, negotiations, product development, and commercial strategy.
The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future product portfolio, improving internal buying processes, and driving profitability across the supply chain.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management
Lead sourcing strategy across assigned regions (e.g., China, Korea, Japan, India, Sri Lanka)
Build and manage relationships with international suppliers and partners
Identify and onboard new suppliers and manufacturers
Negotiate commercial terms, pricing structures, and supply agreements
Brand Acquisition & Development
Identify and secure distribution rights (exclusive or shared) for international brands
Evaluate brand potential within the UK and Irish markets
Develop long-term brand partnerships and growth strategies
Negotiate and secure supplier-funded marketing support and investment
Product Portfolio & Development
Identify new product opportunities aligned with market trends
Review, streamline, and enhance buying and product listing processes
Identify inefficiencies and implement scalable systems and controls
Introduce best practices in procurement, sourcing, and category management
Have key input in increasing resources within the buying team.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations teams
Align buying strategy with commercial and customer objectives
Support go-to-market strategies for new and existing products Skills & Capabilities
Proven experience in a senior buying / procurement role
Strong background in import buying, ideally within food or FMCG (but not essential)
Experience working with international suppliers, particularly in Asia (preferred but not essential)
Demonstrated success in:
Negotiating commercial agreements
Managing supplier relationships
Delivering margin improvement
Experience securing distribution rights for brands (highly desirable)
Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
Ability to identify and capitalise on new product and brand opportunities
Experience building and managing value chains
Knowledge of product development and private label sourcing
Understanding of marketing principles and ability to negotiate marketing budgets
Strong analytical and strategic thinking ability
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