Strong awareness of customer requirements and market trends
Ability to identify strategic opportunities and innovative product ideas
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Asda Stores Ltd is seeking a Buying Manager for their Indian, Oriental, Asian, and Health Ready Meals categories, located at Asda House in the UK. The role involves collaborating with suppliers and internal stakeholders to drive sales growth and manage category profitability while ensuring customer needs are met.
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Job Summary
The Buying Manager will collaborate with key suppliers and internal stakeholders to deliver sales, pricing, and growth ahead of the market.
Candidates must negotiate business plans, understand customer needs, and implement strategies that meet their requirements while managing the category P&L.
Asda offers an excellent benefits package including a company car allowance of £5,700, a discretionary bonus, and a 7% matched pension.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Asda Stores Ltd is seeking a Buying Manager for their Indian, Oriental, Asian, and Health Ready Meals categories, located at Asda House in the UK. The role involves collaborating with suppliers and internal stakeholders to drive sales growth and manage category profitability while ensuring customer needs are met.
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Salary
Competitive salary; Discretionary company bonus; Benefits: Company car allowance of £5,700, 7% pension match, 15% discount
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Previous experience in a similar buying role
Strong awareness of customer requirements and market trends
Ability to identify strategic opportunities and innovative product ideas
Strong negotiation skills with branded supplier base
Understanding of key commodities and cost to serve programmes
Nice-to-have
Passion for Own Brand Food products
Collaborative working style with internal stakeholders
Flexibility to work hybrid schedule with office visits