**Ready to Revolutionise the Retail Market? Join Our Team at WHSmith and Make Your Mark**:
- **Flexibility to work from home 2 set days per week**:
- **Our convenient office location in Woolloomooloo is easily accessible by public transport.**:
- **A dynamic 6-12-month fixed term contract**
**About WHSmith**:
WHSmith is a historic British retailer, specialising in news, books and convenience. Our stores are located in some of the busiest and most exciting airports in the country, providing a dynamic and fast-paced work environment that is perfect for driven individuals who thrive on a challenge.
Our company values are Value our People, Drive for Results, Customer Focus & Accountability. As such, we are looking for enthusiastic and energetic individuals who share our passion for delivering exceptional customer service and who are committed to helping our business and people grow and succeed.
**About the Role**:
We're on the lookout for a Generalist Buyer to help us fuel our growth and keep our shelves stocked with the latest and greatest products. You will be the catalyst behind our procurement success, responsible for buying merchandise that meets the needs of our customers within the challenging travel retail market. Other key responsibilities include:
- Maximising gross profit and achieve profit budgets, through strategic purchasing.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
- Identify and leverage market trends through thorough research and analysis.
- Define and curate product ranges that align with the WHSmith buying strategy.
- This includes consideration of price points, packaging/presentation, pack size and break up, and any geographical consideration.
- Regular analysis of sales data by reviewing profit, stock-turn, markdowns, subclass and supplier performance, to optimise merchandise plans.
- Reviewing lost opportunities in relation to sales, i.e. supplier accountability on DIFOT, competitor activity and seasonal changes.
- Maintain open relationships with key stakeholders (stores and management) through regular visits and phone calls.
**_Please note, this role is a 6-12 month fixed term contract with the potential to become permanent._**
**About You**:
- Minimum 3 years buying experience.
- Buying experience within the FMCG category is desirable.
- Exceptional negotiation, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A results-driven mindset with a strong focus on meeting targets.
- Dedication to delivering exceptional customer experiences.
**Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**:
- **_Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted._