Role Overview

In this commercial, fast-paced role, you will build relationships with a range of suppliers across wide and varied product categories, from wholesalers and traders to globally recognised brand owners such as L’Oréal, Reckitt Benckiser, Johnson & Johnson, and Kellogg’s. You will tailor your approach, from securing clearance stock as one-off deals to negotiating and agreeing longer-term brand partnerships, distributing into major UK retailers. You will play a key role in supporting the business in becoming the first-choice distribution partner for brand owners and customers worldwide.

This position is ideal for someone ready to kick-start their journey towards becoming a Buyer. You will receive on-the-job training and support from industry professionals, providing you with the critical skills required to build a successful career at Pricecheck.

• Reports to: Head of Buying
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Location: S20, Sheffield - Hybrid 2 days WFH available

What you'll be doing

• Partner with a Buyer to build and manage effective supplier relationships via calls, emails, and meetings, with the goal of maximising commercial opportunities for Pricecheck.
• Prospect new suppliers by conducting market research online and in-store, identifying gaps in brands/products. Stay up-to-date with current trends via social media, influencers, and emerging brands.
• Manage your own supplier accounts, developing the skills required for a successful career in buying.
• Prepare attractive brand and product presentations to collaborate with our large sales team and their customers.
• Provide insights into category performance through reporting and proactively give feedback to your Buyer. Analyse category performance and highlight any slow-selling lines, creating an effective plan with your Buyer to move stock efficiently through the business.
• Assist the Buyer with day-to-day tasks and help prepare for trade shows and meetings.
• Cover for your Buyer/s in their absence, monitor their inbox, communicate with suppliers to ensure no feedback is pending, and analyse offers, signing off with the Buying Director/Senior Buyers.

Essential Requirements

• Excellent communication skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office (including working knowledge of spreadsheets)
• A passion for learning and a desire to succeed
• Successful candidates must live within a commutable distance
• Educated to graduate level preferred

What’s in it for You?

From day one, you will work within the buying team, getting to know our globally recognised customers, suppliers, and products. You will receive on-the-job training, gaining a broad range of skills necessary to become a successful Buyer at Pricecheck.

In return:

• Competitive starting salary
• Automatic enrolment into our company Pension Scheme
• Westfield health cash plan
• Access to all products in stock with staff discount
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

As we grow the team at Pricecheck, we want a certain kind of person to grow with us too. If you join us with a solid work ethic and clear ambition, alongside a willingness to work hard and push yourself, progression opportunities at Pricecheck are aplenty.