Buyer

3 weeks ago


Banbridge District, Ireland Gordons Chemists Full time
JOB SPECIFICATION Position: Buyer (Full-Time/Temporary - Fixed Term 12 months) Reports to: Head of Sales and Marketing Location: Based and working from our Head Office, 74 Scarva Road, Banbridge, BT32 3 QD.

Hours: Full time/Temporary, working Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm (40 hours per week) Gordons Chemists are Northern Irelands largest Independent Pharmacy chain, with 55 stores throughout Northern Ireland.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the buying team of this well-established Company and develop your career further within procurement.

Duties: Procurement across all sectors.

Develop and maximise sales potential of products in store and online.

Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and other third partyorganisations.

Negotiation of trading terms.

Responsible for innovation and new ideas.

Identify any areas of risk.

Communicate and liaise with Internal Departments, Marketing and other Management teams.

Ensure administration and purchase records are accurate and maintained.

This position could entail some travelling and meetings outside normal working hours.

Other duties as required.

Essential Requirements: Previous buying experience within FMCG sector.

5 GCSEs including Maths and English, grade c or above.

Third level qualification or qualified to degree Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Demonstrate excellentnegotiating skills.

Proficient on Microsoft office packages and IT purchasing packages.

Ability to work independently and in a team.

Ability to take ownership and accountability for results.

Flexible attitude to work.

Valid Driving licence.

Eligibility to work in UK.

Desirable Requirements Demonstrate previous buying within FMCG sector.

Minimum of 3 years previous buying experience.

Third level qualification or qualified to degree level in a business related discipline.

Qualified Pharmacist with Community Pharmacy experience.

Knowledge of purchasing tools designed for buying.

Category Management experience.

We reserve the right to amend criteria in order to facilitate shortlisting Compensation: The successful candidate will receive an attractive salary and additional benefits including; Staff discount, pension and 25 days holiday plus 8 statutory days.

To Apply: Applications should be made in writing accompanied by a current C.

V.

detailing why you believe you are suitable and how you meet the relevant criteria by clicking Apply below.

Closing Date: Wednesday 2 April 2025

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