Rise Resourcing
Senior Buying Manager - Chilled Food
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A leading food retailer and wholesaler in the North West is looking to appoint a Senior Buying Manager to take full ownership of the Buying and Category strategy for one of their key Chilled Food divisions. This award‑winning organisation is recognised for the quality of its ranges, its customer focus and the way it invests in and develops its people.
About the Role
You will shape and deliver a commercially robust category strategy, using deep market insight and product knowledge to build a compelling chilled food offer. The role involves:
- Sourcing and onboarding new suppliers
- Strengthening existing partnerships
- Negotiating competitive cost prices
A major part of the remit includes:
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- Driving innovation across own‑label
- Working closely with UK and international suppliers
- Ensuring contracts, pricing files and commercial agreements are accurately maintained
- Leading promotional planning and in‑season activity to maximise sales, profit and supplier income
About You
You’ll bring strong Buying or Trading experience from the FMCG retail sector and be confident managing a category end‑to‑end with full autonomy. You’ll have a proven ability to:
- Build supplier relationships
- Deliver category strategy
- Drive commercial performance
You will be accountable for margin, profitability and competitive positioning, ensuring the business stays ahead of market trends and customer expectations. Exceptional negotiation skills and sharp commercial judgement will be key to your success.
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What’s in it for You
You will receive a competitive salary of up to £85,000, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including relocation support, healthcare and a range of additional incentives. You’ll be joining a dynamic, growing organisation where you’ll have the freedom to make a meaningful impact and contribute to an ambitious, forward‑thinking culture.
Next Steps
If your experience aligns with the above and you’re ready for a role where you can genuinely influence performance, please apply with an up‑to‑date CV.
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