Trading Manager Own Brand Category National Wholesaler

Zachary Daniels Recruitment is delighted to be supporting this leading, employee-owned wholesaler in the appointment of a Trading Manager to manage their developing own brand category. Reporting directly to the Trading Director and accountable for one Buyer, you will be responsible for managing the relationship with your category supplier partners and develop, implement, and review joint business plans that leverage the company's scale and efficiency to maximise sales, reduce cost of goods, optimise terms and improve profitability, whilst maintaining security of supply.You will consider standard pricing, overlay promotional pricing and even negotiate local deals to ensure our client buys at the best price. This role has a direct impact on customer satisfaction and company profitability. To be considered for this role you must display the following:

• A minimum of 5 years experience working as in a Trading Manager or Senior Buyer position, working closely with suppliers to drive ROI across your business within a retail or wholesale environment.
• Experience developing and growing an own brand proposition successfully
• Experience of adapting to a changing environment and adapting within a fluid working environment
• Excellent organisational skills along with an ability to prioritise workloads
• Outstanding communication skills
• Excellent data analysis and interpretation skills coupled with outstanding MS Office Skills.

What's on offer: The successful candidate can expect a hugely competitive basic salary, two tax free bonuses per year, company car, contributory pension scheme and the ability to accrue up to 38 days annual leave. All of this plus the opportunity to join a market leading business who can offer unrivalled career progression.

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