Senior Trading Manager FMCG

Job Description A leading food retailer and wholesaler in the North West is looking for a Senior Trading Manager to take full ownership of one of its key ambient grocery ranges. Known for awardwinning products, exceptional service, and a strong reputation as an employer of choice, the business offers a fastmoving environment where your decisions genuinely shape performance.In this role, youll define and deliver the Buying and Category Strategy for your range, building a profitable, competitive offer across both branded and ownlabel lines. Youll develop and launch compelling ranges, bring new suppliers into the fold, and strengthen existing partnerships. Negotiating sharp cost pricesparticularly across major chilled brandswill be central to your success, as will maintaining accurate contracts and price files. Youll also lead inseason promotional activity to maximise sales, margin, and supplier income.Were seeking an experienced Buyer or Trader from the FMCG retail or wholesale food sector, someone who is focused on driving sales, having managed a category endtoend and consistently delivered commercial results. Youll combine strong supplierrelationship skills with the confidence to negotiate competitive terms, and youll bring the curiosity and creativity needed to stay ahead of the market while keeping customers front and centre.The package includes a competitive salary reaching six figures (dependent on experience), private healthcare, a contributory pension, and 25 days holiday that increases with service, alongside a range of additional benefits. This is an officebased role with regular UK travel to stores and suppliers, keeping you closely connected to the market.If youre ready to step into a highprofile position where your impact will be felt quickly, wed welcome your application. This is a confidential search exclusively managed by Rise Recruitment, and further details will be shared with shortlisted candidates. Please send your CV to be considered.

Created: 2026-03-20