Senior Buying Manager Consumer Electronics

Quest Search and Selection is currently looking for Senior Buying Manager - Consumer Electronics This role involves building and maintaining strong supplier partnerships to secure top-quality products for our customers. It's a unique opportunity to shape category strategies from the ground up and play a key role in driving the growth of a fast-paced and innovative e-commerce business.

The business is for a retail e-commerce platform with operations in the UK & Europe, who is currently growing their FMCG category team! Their advanced technology offers fast and reliable delivery services, within hours or by the next day. With 1st class, supply chain at its core & cutting-edge digital solutions, this business is renowned for its innovation and excellence, all within a start-up culture.

The roles & responsibilities of this Senior Buying Manager - Consumer Electronics role:

• Oversee purchasing and sales for the Electronics category, covering Computers, Mobile, Tablets, Audio, VR devices, and more.
• Drive business development by onboarding top-tier brands and suppliers.
• Evaluate performance metrics to identify sourcing gaps and develop strategies to enhance supplier and category outcomes.
• Manage inventory levels to ensure consistent product availability.
• Design and implement sales plans, including pricing models and promotional initiatives.
• Identify and onboard new partners and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Curate category assortments based on consumer preferences and use-case relevance.
• Work closely with international supply chain teams to align resources and support needs.
• Review sales and procurement analytics to identify trends, improve processes, and grow gross profit margins.

The qualifications of this Senior Buying Manager - Consumer Electronics Role:

• Ideally having circa 5 - 8 years + extensive experience in Category Management & Buying with understanding of Trade Marketing.
• Solid experience in buying within consumer electronics is essential, this includes products such as computers, laptops, phone, accessories, peripherals, entertainment, gaming & VR headset
• In-depth knowledge of consumer behaviour, market trends, and a strong track record in Buying brands vis suppliers & core distributors
• Well-established network of supplier relationships within the CE & appliance sector.
• Strong analytical skills, with a keen eye for data and a structured, logical approach to problem-solving.
• Clear and confident communicator with a growth mindset and eagerness to learn.
• Results-driven, creative, collaborative, and dedicated to contributing meaningfully to organisational success

The benefits for this Senior Buying Manager - Consumer Electronics Role:

• 5 days in the office (for 1st 6 months then hybrid working)
• One month target bonus
• Meal allowance
• Commuting allowance
• Pension
• Phone allowance

This is great opportunity to own something and build growth in a Scale up business with like-minded people! If Senior Buying Manager - Consumer Electronics sounds like you then please apply with the reference no.JO-58