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Senior Buyer – Garden & Seasonal South London (office based) circa £65,000 I am currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Buyer to join an established UK retailer based within their Head Office function. This role is responsible for Garden which is a huge category for the business and the desired candidate will have existing or prior experience buying this category. As the Senor Buyer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing the range strategy to maximise the budgeted financial business targets ensuring the right products are purchased at the correct prices and within the relevant time frames. Reporting into the Buying Director some of your duties will include. • Responsible for maximising the delivery of the Sales / Margin & Stock turn of your category range to deliver a market beating product and seasonal proposition., • Building & maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, • Sourcing suppliers & negotiating best cost prices to improve margins., • Responsible for buying both Own Brand and Branded ranges., • Ensuring selected product lines achieve availability timeframes., • Deliver an inviting & practical product range that is in line with current trends on design and lifestyle., • Presenting product range & trend information to the Senior Management team, • Monitoring & reviewing competitor information to ensure your product area stays relevant in a changing market., • Working alongside other departments i.e. Marketing, eCommerce & Retail outlets to plan successful future lines., • Managing your category budget, • Analysing sales figures to plan successful future lines. Key requirements for the role. • Proven previous experience as a Senior Buyer, General Merchandise is essential / garden and outdoor preferred, • willingness to be office based, • Good level of education, • Ability to influence and negotiate effectively at all levels., • Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead a team., • Able to adapt swiftly in a fast paced, ever changing seasonal retail market., • Excellent numerical ability, with an analytical mindset., • Strong IT skills including MS Office. If you think you have the right experience as a Senior Buyer within Outdoor / Garden and are looking for a new opportunity, then get in touch and apply today.

A leading provider of innovative renewable energy solutions is looking for a proactive and commercially focused Buyer to manage purchasing, supplier relationships and project logistics.\n\nThe business designs and installs high-specification renewable energy systems for high-end residential and commercial clients, working with builders, architects and developers across the South East. With continued growth and ambitious expansion plans, this is an excellent opportunity for a performance-driven purchasing professional to make a real impact.\n\nThe Role\n\nThis is not a traditional administrative supply chain role. You will be responsible for ensuring installation teams have the right materials, plant and equipment exactly when they need them, at the best possible price.\n\nYour main focus will be negotiating with suppliers, keeping material spend within budget, preventing procurement delays and ensuring smooth delivery to live project sites. You will also take ownership of the company asset register, keeping equipment tracked, tagged and fully accounted for.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * Liaise and negotiate with suppliers, manufacturers and wholesalers to secure the best possible rates.\n\n * Drive project material costs under budget wherever possible.\n\n * Manage the full purchasing cycle, ensuring materials, plant and equipment are delivered accurately and on schedule.\n\n * Anticipate and resolve supply chain, stock or delivery issues before they affect installation timelines.\n\n * Maintain accurate asset registers and schedules, ensuring company-owned equipment is tagged and traceable.\n\n * Keep pricing lists up to date.\n\n * Track supplier and manufacturer KPIs to give the business visibility on partner performance.\n\n * Coordinate periodic asset audits and stock checks.\n\n * Investigate discrepancies and implement corrective actions where needed.\n\n * Work closely with Design, Sales and Installation teams to forecast project requirements and meet cost, productivity and delivery targets.\n\nThe Ideal Candidate\n\n * 1 to 2+ years’ experience in purchasing, buying or supply chain coordination.\n\n * Experience within construction, MEP or renewables would be highly desirable.\n\n * Proactive, commercially minded and performance-driven.\n\n * Strong negotiation skills with evidence of reducing costs or securing favourable supplier terms.\n\n * Highly organised and able to manage multiple live project deliveries at once.\n\n * Experience with asset registers, stock control or digital asset tracking systems.\n\n * Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong supplier relationships while holding partners accountable to delivery SLAs.\n\nApply\n\nThis is a great opportunity for a motivated Buyer who wants to play a key role in a growing renewable energy business. If you are commercially sharp, organised and confident dealing with suppliers, we would like to hear from you

Great opportunity for Buyer with experience in working with suppliers in a manufacturing or distribution environment to join successful well established business.The successful applicant will have experience from a previous buying / purchasing / procurement role and have knowledge of ERP and CRM sys

Job Type: Full time We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry South East, based at our Ford site, Arundel BN18 0HY. As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will work within our wider Commercial, Estimating and Buying team and you will be responsible for supervising, managing and advising on the financial and contractual aspects of multiple construction projects. You will take responsibility for the execution of the Quantity Surveying function on allocated contract/s, in order to fulfil the requirements of the Company in maximising quality of service and profitability. You will provide a range of cost control and financial reporting duties across all aspects of construction work undertaken by the company. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. • Competitive basic salary and annual bonus, • Company car, car allowance or travel allowance, • Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees, • Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service, • 2 Volunteering days per annum, • Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover, • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, • Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice, • Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary, • Share save and share incentive schemes, • Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…, • Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality, • HNC / HND in Surveying or equivalent, • Proven experience as a PQS / SQS / Commercial lead working within a residential house builder (dependent on position level), • Experience maybe gained from a similar position or promotion, • A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations, • A good knowledge or construction methods and materials, • Strong mathematical and IT ability, • Ability to assess and analyse information, • Good business sense, • Good understanding of budget management, • Negotiating and networking skills, • Excellent communications skills, • Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work, • Good team working skills, • Accurate with an eye for detail, • A methodical approach, • Degree in Surveying or similar, • Working towards being a Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), • Lead, support and coach your direct reports and the wider team to support their growth and development, • Be active in the recruitment of new starters to the team and then throughout the employee life cycle, including holding development reviews and succession planning exercises, • Working closely with other departments, including Land, Development and Construction, you will attend design meetings to advise on all areas that may have a cost implication, • Recognise and advise Site Managers on delays, extensions of time and loss and/or expense and ensuring relevant notices are issued., • Attend development meetings when appropriate, contract pre-start and subcontract package review meetings, • Upon receipt of Contract Documentation, you will be responsible for checking all contract drawings to identify errors, omissions, anomalies and areas where unnecessary cost may arise, • Receive initial tender information and assist in the preparation of the proposed tender lists and updating of subsequent procurement programmes, • Distribute design information packages and tender drawings, whilst preparing all tender documentation and letters including carrying out preliminary checks on subcontractors, • Preparing construction cost analysis, which includes analysis of quotations resulting from the tender enquiry, requesting additional and outstanding information as required, • Assess site staffing levels and build programmes with the Construction Director to ascertain preliminary costs, including collating all cost information and preparing the start on site budget, • Arrange and adjudicate budget settlement meetings, with the support of the wider Commercial team, • Prepare stage payment schedules to assist in the financing of the works, • Carry out pre-order meetings including all necessary Health & Safety requirements, finalising a tender sum and agreeing a stage payment schedule for payment purposes before preparing all contract documentation and placing the order, • Place subcontractor orders, including interviews and checking references on selected subcontractors. You will then negotiate the contract sum within the budget, including finalising costs to cover all late variations, • Issue variation orders and development changes alongside providing cost advice on major variations prior to issue. You will issue revised contract drawings to subcontractors; negotiating the cost of variations including liaising between Buyers and Build Managers. You will provide a full range of pricing information for purchaser’s extras, • Check all costs posted to each contract, collate and reconcile all costs resulting from subcontract works, variation orders, site instructions, material order and preliminary / running costs. This will include providing monthly analysis of costs and identify possible areas of over expenditure at future dates, • Check and arrange subcontractor payments, obtaining necessary authorisation for passing payments for all elements of subcontractor works. You will agree final accounts with subcontractors, ensuring all works have been carried out within budget and analysing costs to assist on future estimates, • Take responsibility for the preparation of documents for the basis of external valuation with the client’s agent (CSA, Stage payment schedule, Tick offs), • Keep the RAMS schedule updated and issued to all relevant parties, • Preparation of financial reports including:, • Internal Valuations/CVRs and subcontract liability reports in accordance with schedule of accounting period end dates and deadlines, • Margin Analysis reports., • Commercial Analysis (final margin) forecasts and Cost to Complete forecasts, • Cash Flow forecasts, • Turnover forecasts, • De-brief reports, • Compile and present CV2 tender summary sign-off in accordance with parameters determined in the Commercial Best Practice Manual. Compile and present CV1 tender summary sign-off in accordance with parameters determined in the Commercial Best Practice manual. Coordinate the activities of the Material Buyer and Company Estimator to achieve CV1 and CV2 sign-off., • Obtain authorisation to ‘let’ all sub-contract orders valued over thresholds as noted in Commercial Best Practice Manual., • Place and issue sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements., • Attend and minute all sub-contract order adjudication meetings., • Compile reports on contract letting vs. estimate for each site periodically, as required., • Liaise with build department on sub-contractors’ performance and compliance with order conditions., • Ability to deal with complex consortium sites and attend relevant meetings., • Attend and project team meetings as required., • Complete sub-contract orders to accord with site programmed build requirements in accordance with Group Policy and Group Rebate schemes and fully adjudicate prior to issue of documentation., • Set up and regularly review with the site management team the PPQA tick sheet to facilitate sub-contract contract work payment., • To liaise with company management and provide all necessary forecast and site budget information to meet the business’s reporting requirements., • Control and report post contract cost movements per development every month. Update CV1 and CV2 site specific reports and provide details of all “unscheduled” and “scheduled” order revisions i.e. Site Instructions and site purchase orders. To provide such monthly reporting as required by the Commercial Manager., • Review professional fee provisions and statutory service cost, and credits, with the technical department., • Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Vistry Group Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract., • Maintain a half yearly site reserve list., • Issue Payment Withhold Notices, where a contractor application, or part thereof, is in dispute in accordance with Construction Act., • Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/service provider., • Where necessary, determine a sub-contract order in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Employment and liaise with Build Department in this respect., • Diligently use the Vistry Group construction system to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc., • Assist in the regular review of materials on-site and material valuations., • Agree and process all sales variation requests, including works to show homes, stock plots and sales incentive works in accordance with group procedures., • Properly categorise on the construction system “unscheduled” and “scheduled” order amendments., • Settle all variation invoices/applications for payment in accordance with Vistry Group Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract., • Process groundwork’s payments/applications for payment using the Vistry Group AGA payment system as outlined in Commercial Best Practice Manual., • Ensure the collection of retention against all sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy. Manage and certify retention releases on completion of the development., • Complete and agree sub-contract final accounts within 6 months of the last legal completion on-site and prior to the first release of retention to the individual sub-contractors., • Maintain final account schedule., • Maintain completed development provision on CV1., • Maintain CV2 reserves as part of the ‘Old Site Reserve’ central file., • Liaise with the technical department to secure site adoptions and tender, let and administer maintenance orders, as required., • Complete formal site closedown procedure in accordance with Group Policy., • Assist the Commercial Director / Manager to ensure:, • correct financial controls of sites is maintained at all times., • all sub-contract payments are recorded and processed through the surveyors and payments clerks in accordance with the general terms and conditions of purchase orders., • Inform the management team of any abnormal cost or circumstances which will have a significant effect on cost or have long term cost implications., • Ensure Quantity Surveyors are pro-active on sites within their daily control, advice and discuss any operation or method where cost savings could be achieved., • Mentor, manage and develop assistant/ junior surveyors and ensure the efficient running of the surveying team., • Ensure you keep up to date with legislation changes and attend training and technical training as and when require by the Company. 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The Assistant Buyer supports the Buyer in the smooth and commercial delivery of the Pringle product range to drive profitable sales growth. Assisting Buyer in all aspects of the product development process. Report exceptions to all channel launch dates to buyer on a weekly basis.

A leading British clothing brand in Kingston upon Thames is seeking a Junior Buyer for Menswear to support the Head of Buying.

Day Lewis is offering an exciting graduate‑level opportunity for an Assistant Buyer (PI) to begin a career in pharmaceutical purchasing within a large, regulated healthcare organisation. The Junior Buyer will support the PI Manager with day‑to‑day purchasing activity, supplier engagement, and

The successful candidate will manage procurement processes, provide expert advice, and ensure compliance with regulations. A two-year diploma in business administration and three years of experience in public sector procurement are required, alongside excellent communication and negotiation skills.

A leading clothing retailer is seeking an Assistant Buyer for Menswear in Kingston upon Thames.

Evidence of or working towards a procurement designation or certification such as Ontario Public Buyers Association (OPBA), Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), National Institute of Supply Chain Leaders (NISCL). The Corporate Buyer facilitates the end-to-end procurement process, in conjuncti

The Assistant Buyer supports the Buyer in the smooth and commercial delivery of the Crew product range to drive profitable sales growth.This role manages the process to ensure that collections, once designed, are appropriately priced, effectively produced, and meet the quality expectations of the Cr

Day Lewis Pharmacy is seeking an Assistant Buyer (PI) in Croydon for a graduate-level opportunity in pharmaceutical purchasing.

RHR are pleased to be recruiting for a Senior Buyer to join a successful and long established retailer in South London.

Fashion & Retail Personnel is seeking a Senior Buyer to join a well-established retailer in South London.

A dynamic clothing retailer in Kingston upon Thames is looking for a full-time Buying Administrator.

Crew Clothing Company was founded inSalcombe in 1993.

A well-established multi-channel retailer is seeking a Senior Buyer to shape product ranges across Home & Garden.

The Role of Senior Buyer will:. Senior Buyer | Home & Garden | UK Retailer. The Role of Senior Buyer will:.

Summary £52,800* up to £70,400 *per annum | 35 days holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Pension scheme Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. Were motivated, commercially aware and ready to take on any challenge. At Lidl, our Buyers dont just fill shelves; they define them. They are the powerhouse behind our market-leading position, influencing everything from the initial taste test to the final price tag. Youll play a major role in influencing every aspect of the range of goods that we offer to our customers: from which products we sell, to the way they look and taste, developing our supply base and continuing to drive our market-leading position. As an Assistant Buying Manager, youve already spent a few years honing your craftnow its time to apply that expertise on an international scale. This isnt a role for those who want to blend into the background. Youll be right in the thick of it: navigating our stores, developing innovative products, and negotiating high-stakes contracts. Were looking for a proactive professional who is ready to own their category and has the clear ambition to step up to Buying Manager and beyond. Youll excel in our fast moving, highly pressured environment where every voice is valued! Youll have a genuine passion for food retail, a get things done attitude and the desire to become an expert in your field. Youll be a self-motivated and intuitive individual with a strong drive. Our 1000 + stores rely on your expertise in selecting the right products for our customers. At Lidl, we offer a hybrid working model to give you the best of both worlds. Spend three days or more in our state-of-the-art office, where you can enjoy an on-site gym, restaurant, and more of the perks you deserve. And with up to two days at home, youll find the work/life balance you need to thrive. What you'll do Consider yourself to be a Foodie youre our product developer after all Be comfortable in supporting your Head of Department making multi million pound decisions and devising solutions to complex problems you help drive the decisions for your categories You will be expected to lead a category and assume responsibility and accountability for everything from the tasting of samples to the sign off of packaging design our success is down to you Manage the critical path from product concept to launch into our depots and ensure the stock arrives on time Entrepreneurial flair with a talent for negotiating and networking at the highest levels youll be in daily discussions with not only Account Managers, but also Commercial and Managing Directors of some of the UKs biggest manufactures Be confident presenting to Buying Directors and Board Directors internally Use your sharp analytical skills along with the ability to identify trends, forecast sales and analyse data to support commercial decisions but dont be afraid to go with your gut feeling You will be in position to negotiate the best possible commercial terms for the business with a drive for achieving outstanding results Constantly striving to improve our customer offer. Getting better never stops. Collaborate with your fellow buyers and colleagues in other departments, but ultimately have the initiative to drive your own work independently Spinning lots of plates at any one time multi tasking has to be your thing! What you'll need Current early experience working as a buyer within retail is essential for this role You aren't just managing categories; youre driving them. (Food retail experience is a plus, but your commercial mindset is what matters most) A genuine love for food retail and a drive to become a true expert in the field Youll have a proven track record of negotiating high-volume contracts and securing the best possible value. A 'get things done' attitude and the intuition to know what our customers want before they do You will have the presence and confidence to pitch bold ideas and the data-backed conviction to stand by them A direct communicator who knows how to influence stakeholders at every level Works well under pressure and to tight and often conflicting deadlines German language skills are a great bonus, but not a deal breaker Possession of a full UK driving licence Already live - or happy to relocate - within a one-hour commute of Lidl GB Head Office, Tolworth, Surrey What you'll receive 35 days holiday (pro rata) 10% in-store discount Enhanced family leave Pension scheme Plus, more of the perks you deserve We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment If youre ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now. *includes 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance TPBN1_UKTJ

Job Role: Buyer Location: South London Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 months initially - potential to be extended Hours: 38 hours per week Salary: Depending on Experience A growing engineering and manufacturing group is expanding its commercial team to support ongoing business growth across multiple global locations. The organisation operates across a wide range of industrial sectors, delivering specialised products and technical solutions. The role is responsible for managing procurement activities and overseeing inventory control functions within a UK-based operation. This position focuses on ensuring efficient sourcing, supplier performance, cost control, and stock optimisation to support both project delivery and wider business objectives. Key Responsibilities Source and procure materials, components, and services in line with cost, quality, and delivery requirements. Act as a liaison between suppliers and internal stakeholders for purchasing processes and project activities. Analyse spending patterns and contribute to cost reduction initiatives. Negotiate supplier agreements to achieve favourable pricing and terms. Identify and evaluate new suppliers and components. Experience & Qualifications Relevant qualification in engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, or project coordination within a manufacturing or engineering environment. Awareness of quality management systems (e.g., ISO standards). Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.If this role is of interest to you, please reach out to (url removed)

Nicholas Associates have an excellent opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer to manage the end-to-end procurement of goods and services.

The Jr art buyer will play a vital role in supporting the senior art buyer, and the wider creative team, throughout the design process and production of high-end advertising campaigns for an international luxury client. Supports the senior art buyer with the day-to-day running of a busy art buying d

Experience in a buying head office role, either as an Assistant Buyer or with extensive experience as a Buyers Assistant. As a key member of the Buying team within our Worldwide Tours & Retail business, you will support the Junior Buyer in developing and selecting products that deliver against sales

All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.This role sits within the wider Procurement Team and will lead and manage procurement activities across a portfolio of projects with contract oversight and supplier management respon

Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by a leading UK Food manufacturer to recruit for a Packaging Buyer.

Join us as a General Procurement Buyer, where you'll take ownership of the Indirect category, with the flexibility to support other areas of General Procurement as needed.

Job title: Operational Business Partner.World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey.With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero!.As an Operational Procurement Business Partner, youll support JMs mission in sustainable technology by leading procu

As Land Buyer, you will be responsible for: Sourcing and acquiring land opportunities across Cheshire and the North West Building strong relationships with agents, landowners, and key stakeholders Negotiating land deals and supporting acquisitions Assessing opportunities from a planning and develop

The need now exists for a Buyer to join the team out of their head office in West London.

Are you ready to be part of a team that delivers top-notch mechanical, electrical, and telecommunication engineering solutions? Look no further than VVB, where expertise and experience converge to create sustainable solutions across Rail, Highways, Power, and Tunnels.At VVB, we're more than just eng

The Packaging Senior Buyer will play a key role in managing procurement activities within the FMCG industry, ensuring the efficient sourcing and supply of packaging materials. Description As Senior Packaging Buyer, you will take full ownership of the end‑to‑end packaging procurement p

We are recruiting for a Buyer to join a global, pop culture-led consumer products business known for designing, developing, and distributing licensed product.

This is a Senior Buyer role within a small, experienced team where everyone reports directly into the Managing Director. To be successful as a Senior Buyer in this.

Are you a Buyer from the food industry looking to take ownership in a high-impact, autonomous role with strong earning potential and remote working within a leading food wholesaler?. This role would suit a Buyer with food industry experience looking for a rewarding, autonomous position within a well

Diamond Search Recruitment is proud to be representing our client in the search for an experienced and driven Buying & Warehouse Manager The Opportunity Our client is seeking a highly capable Buying & Warehouse Manager to lead purchasing, negotiation, stock control and warehousing operations.This is

This Buyer role involves managing procurement activities to ensure a seamless supply chain process. Profile A successful Buyer should have: Proven purchasing experience.

Product Developer / Buyer (Jewellery) - London ??.

Freelance opportunity for a Buyer in Surrey. I am currently assisting a market leading brand in their search for a Freelance Buyer to join their team. This an opportunity for a Freelance Buyer to join the team on a freelance basis for a minimum of 1 month.

The Commodity Buyer will play a crucial role within the Procurement & Supply Chain department, supporting purchasing activities for the industrial and manufacturing sector. Profile A successful Commodity Buyer should have: Previous experience in procurement (ideally within Industrial Manufacturing

MEP Buyer If you are tired of being treated like the person who simply raises orders after everyone else has made the important decisions, this is your chance to have far more influence on how projects are delivered.

Senior Project Buyer - M&E (Rail & Infrastructure).

Senior Procurement Buyer Contract Length: 10 months (possible extension) Location: Hybrid working: predominantly remote, with a minimum of 1 day per week onsite in either Wokingham or Warwick. To support this next stage, we are seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Buyer to lead complex, regu

The Senior Buyer's role is to ensure that the supply chain required for each project, are assigned approved suppliers in-line with project budgets and forecasts. The Senior Buyer is responsible for ensuring that projects have the most cost effective and fit-for-purpose materials and supply chain, an

Senior Buyer - Progression To Manager (Food) £60,000 - £63,000 + Training + Benefits Monday - Friday, 9:30am - 5:30pm Southall, London Do you have purchasing experience within a food manufacturing/distribution environment? Are looking for a new opportunity within a manufacturing organis

The purpose of this role is to be the initial point of contact within our purchasing department for project support activity.The role holder will provide efficient and cost-effective purchasing support under the relevant projects.They will support the project by conducting comparisons, raising purch

Proven experience as a Buyer / Senior Buyer within.

Urban Revivo, a fashion brand under the FMG Group, is expanding in the UK, and we’re looking for Fashion Buyers (Womenswear), who are both trend-savvy and commercially driven. At UR, our Buyer isn’t just a trend spotter and you’ll play a key role in shaping fast-fashion collections that are. I

We are seeking an experienced Senior Buyer for an operational procurement role focused on P2P execution, supplier communication, and tactical sourcing support across Humanoid’s direct material commodity.