Buyer - Impulse

3 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Sharp & Carter Sales Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

About the Company

Our client is a leading player in retail, known for delivering exceptional customer experiences across a dynamic network of stores. With a strong focus on innovation and strategic growth, they partner with tier 1 FMCG suppliers to bring high-quality products to market. This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that values agility, collaboration, and commercial excellence.

About the Role

As Buyer for the Impulse Sweet Confectionery category – the largest within the business – you'll take full ownership of day-to-day operations and drive growth across this high-performing portfolio. Working closely with global FMCG partners including Nestlé, Mondelez, and Mars, you'll balance customer needs with commercial targets in a fast-paced, travel retail environment.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Building and managing supplier relationships to optimise buying opportunities
  • Identifying and developing new business areas aligned with strategic growth plans
  • Conducting market analysis to stay ahead of trends and competitor activity
  • Reviewing historical data to inform decisions on sales, profit, stock-turn, and markdowns
  • Regularly analysing performance metrics and adjusting merchandise plans accordingly
  • Maintaining strong relationships with store teams through regular visits and communication

About you

You've worked either for, or with Tier 1 suppliers within confectionary. You are commercially minded and have a passion for bringing new ideas and creative thinking to the table. You thrive in dynamic environments and bring a strategic mindset to supplier negotiations and product planning.

  • FMCG experience highly desirable working for them or with them
  • Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
  • Analytical capability to interpret data and market insights
  • A results-driven approach with a focus on profitability and customer satisfaction
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset
  • Ability to adapt and perform in a fast-paced, evolving retail landscape

What's on Offer

  • A high-impact role in a category with significant commercial visibility
  • Opportunity to work with global FMCG brands
  • Central Sydney Location
  • Flexible working
  • Excellent discounts across all range of stores.

How to applyApply with an up to date CV and Lyndsay will be in touch

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