Trading Manager; Buyer​/Senior Buyer

Trading Manager (Buyer / Senior Buyer) - Home / DIY Somerset (Head Office) | Hybrid working Salary up to £65k DOE plus exceptional benefits package Are you a commercially driven buying professional who thrives on turning strategy into results? Ready to take ownership of a £100m category and shape its future? This could be your next big move. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Trading Manager to join our client's growing team at their Yeovil Head Office.

This is a high-impact role where you'll be responsible for delivering sales and profit targets, building compelling trading plans, and driving real commercial growth. What you'll be doing:
Owning sales and profitability targets for your category Developing a 2-year category strategy using market and customer insight Building and delivering a 12-month trading plan with clear tactical activity Negotiating promotional support and trading terms with suppliers Identifying risks, spotting opportunities and driving remedial action where needed Managing range changes and innovation, working with the wider Group and local suppliers Setting pricing within framework and keeping a sharp eye on competitor activity Playing a key role in budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting Presenting plans and performance updates to senior stakeholders This is a role for someone who combines strategic thinking with hands-on trading expertise.

You'll be a strong negotiator customer-focused, commercially astute and confident working cross-functionally in a fast-paced retail environment. We're looking for:
Retail trading experience (Buyer or similar) Strong commercial acumen and understanding of seasonality & price perception Experience across multiple sales channels Solid financial reporting knowledge Confident negotiation and presentation skills Strong Excel and PowerPoint capability Excellent organisation and deadline management If you're someone who takes ownership, thrives on accountability and enjoys collaborating to achieve shared goals, you'll fit right in.

In return, you'll enjoy a fantastic package including:
Highly competitive salary 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays, with 5 flexible days) Hybrid working Discretionary bonus scheme Buy More Holiday scheme EV Car Scheme Life cover 20% colleague discount Discounted healthcare and enhanced family leave Loyalty recognition & share save scheme In-house training and development Access to an award-winning Pension Scheme This is a brilliant opportunity to join a market-leading retailer where you can truly influence performance, innovation and growth.

If you'd like to find out more, We'd love to have a confidential conversation. BH35646