Senior Buyer

Job Description This is not a back-office procurement role.This is a commercial retail buying position inside a scaling, fast-moving leisure and retail brand with serious growth ambition.Were looking for a retail buyer who understands:Product performanceMargin managementCategory growthWhat actually makes customers buyNot just someone who raises POs. Why This Role Is DifferentYoull be joining a business with a clear 10-year growth ambition scaling locations, expanding retail concepts, and building something genuinely exciting in the UK & Ireland leisure space.You wont just manage stock.Youll influence: Category sales growth Margin & cost control Stock availability strategy Product selection & supplier performanceYour decisions will directly impact revenue. What Were Looking ForThis role will suit someone who has:35+ years in a retail buying or category-focused roleExperience working with fast-moving product linesA strong understanding of commercial KPIsConfidence analysing sales data and identifying winners/underperformersExperience negotiating with suppliers (MOQs, pricing, freight)If youve worked in:Retail head officeFMCG buyingToy / gift / seasonal categoriesMulti-site retail operationsYoull likely feel at home here. What Youll Be Accountable ForYour bonus structure reflects what matters Stock accuracy & availabilityProduct performance & sales upliftCost efficienciesClean systems & data reliabilityCross-team collaborationThis is a performance-led retail buying role - not a reactive ordering function. Culture & EnvironmentLean mindset & continuous improvementCommercially ambitious but not corporateStrong team collaborationEarly finish Fridays (2:30pm)Support for CIPS / BI developmentHealth cash plan & wellbeing supportThis is a business that values growth of revenue and of people . Who This Is Perfect ForYou might currently be:A Retail Buyer looking for more ownershipAn Assistant/Junior Buyer ready to step upA Category Executive who wants direct commercial impactA Senior Buyer in retail who wants a faster-paced environmentIf you thrive where data meets commercial instinct, and you want to influence growth - this could be the move. Apply now or Message me directly for a confidential conversation.Interviews moving quickly.

Created: 2026-03-07