Senior Own Brand Buyer

Interacting with a variety of Stakeholders: Commercial, Suppliers, Marketing, Merchandising, Supply Chain and AS Watson (Zurich & Hong Kong). Develop, implement and deliver category plans including range reviews, promotions pricing and stock that are consistent with overall commercial strategy and financial objectives. Collaborate with the Marketing team to develop and implement marketing promotion plans and strategies that are relevant to category; adhere to legislation and brand guidelines'; and clearly and effectively communicate with the customer, driving footfall and profitable sales. Review and evaluate the effectiveness of promotions, taking appropriate action where necessary, and sharing best practice with peers and other stakeholders. Work with Own Brand team to develop and deliver Own Brand products/ranges that are customer focused, commercially viable and deliver increased participation and profitability. Working in partnership with the Merchandising team, agree merchandising strategy that drives and delivers right range in the right store; ensuring availability in store; and control of slow moving stock. Working in conjunction with Supply Chain team, ensure base sales and promotional forecasts are adhered to, whilst maintaining in-store availability to meet the customers needs. Develop build and maintain effective external relationships with suppliers to enhance the Superdrug proposition and meet customer needs. Adopt appropriate negotiation strategies to attain the best terms for the category and the business. Oversee the management of all group & local tenders through our AS Watson partners in Zurich & Hong Kong. Manage and coach team members to achieve both Category and personal development objectives. Take responsibility for own personal and professional development.

Why Superdrug? Passionate about Beauty and Health? Want to be part of an innovative, trend setting retailer? Our vibrant Head Office, based by East Croydon station is a fantastic environment filled with hundreds of brilliant personalities. We're a team that puts our customers and our teams at the heart of everything we do. At Superdrug, we aim to be the best in accessible health & beauty, loved by our customers for value, choice, friendly advice, service and fun. Our success comes from our people - they make the difference. We're all about personality, we have fun, and we work hard to deliver That Superdrug feeling. As a Senior Buyer you will lead a team of buyers to deliver the commercial business strategy. This role will play a key part in identifying and sourcing new products and delivering competitive promotional plans. This role reports into the Head of Own Brand and Exclusives at Superdrug Stores Plc.

You enjoy a fast paced, everchanging environment where you can own the strategic decision making for your categories You are great at building trusting relationships with your stakeholders & leading a team. You have an analytical mindset for translating data. You are good at prioritizing, delegating tasks and managing deadlines. You are excited by innovation and have a passion for product development. What you'll need: You will have strong negotiator skills to be able to secure the best outcomes for Superdrug You need to be confident in making commercial decisions that impact our stores Strong leadership capabilities to deliver results through people Here's what's in it for you

• 33 days holiday rising to 38 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays)
• 2 staff discount codes for yourself and a family member or friend
• 30% discount on Superdrug Own Brand Products both in store and online
• Hybrid working patterns available depending on role responsibilities with 2 days working from home and 3 days in our stylish, modern and collaborative office close to East Croydon Station
• Company pension matching and bonus
• We offer Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
• Being part of more! We are part of a group who work closely with Savers, The Perfume Shop and Three UK
• We are part of A.S. Watson Group, the world's largest international health and beauty retailer with over 15,700 stores in 25 markets!
• Unrivalled Learning and Development programmes
Come and be part of something special. Hours: 37.5 | 9.00am - 5.30pm - Hybrid working available depending on role responsibilities with 2 days working from home and 3 days in our stylish, modern and collaborative office close to East Croydon Station.