Buyer & Merchandiser

Location: Aldershot, Hampshire
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced Buyer or Merchandiser looking for an opportunity where you can make a genuine impact within a growing product-based business?

We're recruiting on behalf of an established and successful organisation looking for a commercially minded Buyer & Merchandiser to join their Procurement team. This is a varied role combining purchasing, supplier management, stock planning and merchandising, offering the opportunity to influence product availability, supplier performance and inventory strategy.

This is an office-based position where you'll work closely with Procurement, Sales, Finance and Quality teams to ensure products are sourced competitively, delivered on time and maintained at optimum stock levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders from placement through to delivery.
• Build strong relationships with UK and international suppliers.
• Liaise with freight forwarders and logistics providers to coordinate shipments.
• Monitor supplier performance, lead times and delivery schedules.
• Forecast stock requirements and maintain optimum inventory levels.
• Analyse sales trends and demand to support purchasing decisions.
• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms with suppliers.
• Source new suppliers and products in line with business requirements.
• Work closely with internal departments to resolve supply issues and maintain excellent service levels.
• Ensure product and stock information is accurately maintained within the ERP system.
• Produce reports and analyse purchasing and stock performance.