Own Brand Buyer- Haircare and Clear Skin NEW Croydon Posted today £ Competitive Croydon Head-Of ...

Own Brand Buyer- Haircare and Clear Skin

Location: East Croydon, United Kingdom

Status: Expired

Employment type: Full Time, Head-Office, Permanent

About the Role

Join Superdrug Head Office. Location: East Croydon. Hours: 37.5. Salary: Competitive. This role is focused on driving sales & profitability of Superdrug Own Brand Hair Care and Clear Skin categories through delivering a robust commercial plan across product, price, promotions & merchandising that meets customer needs. The role involves developing and delivering the product plan in collaboration with the Senior Buyer and a team of technical and design experts. Reports to the Senior Buyer and may include line management of a Junior Buyer for the right candidate, with potential extension to Lip Care.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop Own Brand Category plans including range reviews, launch plans, promotions, pricing and stock that deliver against the commercial strategy and financial targets.
• Develop and deliver profitable promotional plans for responsible categories. Forecast promotional sales and monitor performance weekly/monthly/annually; adjust plans as required.
• Act as a category expert: utilise knowledge of category products, competitors and market activity to improve performance.
• Develop new brand concepts and product development plans for existing Own Brand ranges.
• Develop products and packaging appropriate to customers, the brand and commercial requirements.
• Collaborate with Marketing, CRM, Online and digital teams to implement marketing and promotion plans relevant to the category.
• Deliver category reviews using market data, trend data, merchandising and promotional reviews, competitor reviews and buyer input; translate into the annual NPD plan.
• Work with Merchandising to agree merchandising strategy that drives Own Brand advantage while managing availability and slow-moving stock.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain to ensure sales forecasts are met and Own Brand availability is maintained.
• Collaborate with International Buying and other European teams to harmonise products and suppliers for efficiency.
• Maintain clear communication across the business and establish appropriate processes.
• Establish and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders; strong communication skills required.

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience in both Product Development and Buying.
• Commercial acumen with ability to interpret market information.
• Proven track record in brand building and product development.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Customer focused with ability to meet deadlines and manage workload.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Project management experience and analytical mindset.

What's in it for you

• 33 days holiday rising to 38 days with length of service, including bank holidays.
• Two staff discount codes for yourself and a family member/friend.
• 30% discount on Superdrug Own Brand products in store and online.
• Hybrid working patterns with 2 days at home and 3 days in the office near East Croydon Station.
• Company pension matching and bonus; additional benefits via Stream app and other Group plans.

Application Process

How to apply and what to expect: Apply online with your CV, followed by a screening, interviews (competency-based and potentially face-to-face), offer and contract, and onboarding. Details may vary by role.

Location & Workplace

Superdrug Head Office near East Croydon Station. We offer a supportive environment where innovative ideas and proactive spirit are valued.

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