Buying Manager - International

**** This role is not located in London it is based in Dusseldorf Germany and will involve full relocation *****Global Sourcing Buying ManagerDusselforf€80,000 - €120,000 DOEMy client is a hugely successful International retailer who are going through a huge period of growth and transformation. As a result they are looking for experienced Senior Buyer or Buying Manager's to join the business to help manage this change and drive the growth of the business forward.I am looking for Senior Buyer's with experience buying General Merchandise only, this includes categories such as Homewares, Toys, Garden & DIY, Consumer Electricals, Stationery, Books, Home Fragrance (to name a few).This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to propel their Buying career and experience working collaboratively with Buyers from around the world. As a Buying Manager you’ll be helping to secure exciting products at the best price and you will be responsible for driving the Buying strategy to ensure the growth in both sales & profitability while maintaining a strategic business focus to ensure continued development in the buying department.As a Global Sourcing Buying Manager some of your duties will include:Build & maintain long lasting relationships with suppliersLiaise with the FE officeNegotiate with FE suppliersWorking coherently with the national BuyersNegotiate the best possible contracts & termsAnalyse sales figures to plan successful future lines with the buying teamConstant competitor and price analysisWorking cross functionally to ensure quality levels within productsManaging & developing your team, leading by exampleKey requirements for the role:Proven previous experience as Buyer / Buying Manager within a fast-moving retail environmentExperience of buying general merchandise (not fashion or food)Educated to degree levelPrevious line management experienceManage workload with good levels of attention to detailDirect Line Management experienceExcellent communication skills and the ability to liaise / influence effectively at all levelsIn return there will be a fantastic remuneration package rising annually If you think you have the right experience as an International Buying Manager and looking for a new opportunity to develop your career based internationally then get in touch and apply today.To discuss this fantastic international opportunity please apply now

Created: 2025-09-14