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Head of Trading - Retail FMCG

United Kingdom, Leicester 110000.00 - 120000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted May 19, 2026
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We're excited to be partnering with a leading value retailer to recruit a Head of Trading for their established team based in Leicester. This is a pivotal leadership role, driving commercial performance across key categories in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This opportunity is best suited to a senior commercial leader with a strong retail FMCG background, who thrives on delivering sales, margin and customer value.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead and deliver the overall trading strategy across multiple product categories
  • Drive sales, margin, stock turn and profitability across the business
  • Oversee pricing, promotions and range planning to ensure a strong value proposition
  • Use data, insight and market trends to inform key commercial decisions
  • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive cost efficiencies and innovation
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with buying, merchandising, supply chain and marketing teams
  • Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing trading/buying team

Requirements

  • Proven experience in a senior trading/buying leadership role within retail
  • Strong FMCG experience is essential
  • Track record of delivering commercial growth in a value or high-volume retail environment
  • Highly commercial with strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
  • Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management capability
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving business

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