Lead Buyer - Grocery
Auckland, Auckland
Category Retail / wholesale
Job Description Were on the lookout for an exceptional Lead Buyer Grocery (Food & Baby) to join our dynamic team. Reporting into the GM Buying - Grocery Wellbeing and Celebrations , youll play a key leadership role in driving the commercial performance of our fastest-growing area in the business for the past three years. Youll combine hands-on buying with people leadership, shaping strategy, nurturing talent, and executing compelling, data-led ranges that customers love.
Youll be responsible for: Range Ownership: Develop and manage end-to-end grocery and baby category ranges that reflect customer needs, deliver value, and align with brand goals. Private Label Development: Build our own brand portfolio through insight-driven innovation and close supplier collaboration. Trading & Performance: Maximise sales, margin, and stock efficiency through strong promotional planning, trading activity, and agile decision-making.
Supplier Management & Negotiation: Lead large supplier negotiations and tender processes with confidence and rigoursecuring the best commercial outcomes. Customer & Market Insights : Leverage data, trend analysis, and customer feedback to inform buying decisions and stay ahead of the market. People Leadership: Coach, mentor and develop buying talentensuring your team is high-performing, collaborative, and continuously growing.
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Date 01 Jun 2025
Location Auckland, Auckland
Job Type
Salary
Category Retail / wholesale
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