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Buying and Partnerships Manager

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Salary:

50000.00 - 60000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

Are you ready to take on a thrilling challenge in a fast-paced startup environment? Our client, a dynamic player in the financial institution and insurance sector, is on the lookout for a Buying and Partnerships Manager. If you have a knack for building relationships, spotting trends, and driving commercial success, this could be your perfect opportunity!

Job Responsibility:

  • Drive Category Strategy: Oversee the buying strategy for both retail and eCommerce, ensuring a laser focus on customer needs and commercial returns
  • Innovate and Source: Stay ahead of emerging trends while sourcing new, innovative products that resonate with our customers
  • Develop Joint Business Plans: Build strong partnerships with suppliers, negotiate JBPs, and create exclusive launches and promotional campaigns
  • Lead Product Development: Spearhead the creation of their branded products, collaborating with trusted producers and distilleries
  • Manage Performance: analyse product performance, provide insightful reporting, and implement action plans to enhance profitability

Requirements:

  • Minimum years of experience in buying or category management within the wine & spirits space
  • Commercially Sharp: You know how to turn data into actionable insights and drive strategic decisions
  • You thrive on building strong partnerships and can influence stakeholders with confidence
  • Entrepreneurial Mindset: Comfortable in ambiguity and fast-paced environments, you bring hustle and bold ideas to the table
  • Detail-Oriented: With exceptional planning and prioritisation skills, you ensure nothing falls through the cracks

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 16, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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On-site work
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