Category Buyer
Excel Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced Category Buyer to join a well-established and growing Irish retail business. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven buying professional to support the development and performance of key product categories, working closely with design, sourcing, and sales teams in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. Wicklow based.
Benefits
- Generous salary doe
- Bonus
- Pension
- Employee Assistance Programme
- On-site Parking
- Career Progression
- Collaborative Team Environment
Responsibilities of this Category Buyer job include:
- Supporting the planning and development of product ranges across seasonal and everyday categories.
- Working closely with internal teams to ensure products are commercially viable and aligned to target cost prices.
- Monitoring category performance and identifying opportunities to optimise pricing, product mix, and range performance.
- Using sales data and customer insights to support commercial decision-making and improve category results.
- Managing day-to-day communication with suppliers, manufacturers, and external partners.
- Supporting sourcing initiatives for new products, materials, and innovations.
- Assisting with cost negotiations and ensuring products are developed within agreed commercial parameters.
- Maintaining accurate product costings and supporting margin tracking across categories.
- Coordinating the production and development process through to final delivery.
- Managing proofing processes and checking samples for quality and accuracy.
- Supporting stock planning, forecasting, and inventory management to maximise availability and minimise risk.
Requirements for this Category Buyer job include:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a buying, merchandising, or commercial role.
- Experience within retail, consumer products, or a related sector preferred.
- Strong understanding of product development and production processes.
- Excellent numerical, analytical, and organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
- Strong communication and relationship management skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
- Commercially focused with strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach.
- Experience working against critical paths and managing timelines effectively.
- Collaborative team player with a strong work ethic and adaptable attitude.
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume only suitable applicants can be contacted.
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Junior Buyer
My client, a thriving Irish retail company is seeking a Junior Buyer to join their retail gifting team. You will be responsible for planning, sourcing, and maintaining your assigned product ranges. The ideal candidate must understand the principals involved in the buying process. North Dublin based.
Package
- Salary €45-50k
- Pension
- Free Car Parking
- Subsidised Gym Membership
- Subsidised Canteen
Responsibilities of this Junior Buyer job include:
- Delivery of budget revenue and gross margin for the assigned ranges
- Establishing and maintaining a planning approach to the assigned ranges consistent with the retail strategy
- Engaging with relevant stakeholders including retail operations and customers to understand market needs and emerging trends
- Develop and manage a sourcing and purchasing process in accordance with the best practice principles
- Input on FOS planning and projects, curations, and other promotional mechanics
- Develop strong relationships with suppliers, Range Planners, and the Stock Control team.
Key requirements of this Junior Buyer job include:
- Strong proven experience within the retail sector
- Excellent relationship management skills
- Experience in buying and/or vendor management
- Pro-active teamwork engagement
- Strong understanding of gross margin management, pricing, and discounting practices
- Strong analytical, numerical and IT skills
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume only suitable applicants can be contacted.
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Junior Buyer
My client, a thriving Irish retail company is seeking a Junior Buyer to join their retail gifting team. You will be responsible for planning, sourcing, and maintaining your assigned product ranges. The ideal candidate must understand the principals involved in the buying process. North Dublin based.
Package
- Salary €45-50k
- Pension
- Free Car Parking
- Subsidised Gym Membership
- Subsidised Canteen
Responsibilities of this Junior Buyer job include:
- Delivery of budget revenue and gross margin for the assigned ranges
- Establishing and maintaining a planning approach to the assigned ranges consistent with the retail strategy
- Engaging with relevant stakeholders including retail operations and customers to understand market needs and emerging trends
- Develop and manage a sourcing and purchasing process in accordance with the best practice principles
- Input on FOS planning and projects, curations, and other promotional mechanics
- Develop strong relationships with suppliers, Range Planners, and the Stock Control team.
Key requirements of this Junior Buyer job include:
- Strong proven experience within the retail sector
- Excellent relationship management skills
- Experience in buying and/or vendor management
- Pro-active teamwork engagement
- Strong understanding of gross margin management, pricing, and discounting practices
- Strong analytical, numerical and IT skills
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume only suitable applicants can be contacted.
#AISAOI
Junior Buyer
My client, a thriving Irish retail company is seeking a Junior Buyer to join their retail gifting team. You will be responsible for planning, sourcing, and maintaining your assigned product ranges. The ideal candidate must understand the principals involved in the buying process. North Dublin based.
Package
- Salary €45-50k
- Pension
- Free Car Parking
- Subsidised Gym Membership
- Subsidised Canteen
Responsibilities of this Junior Buyer job include:
- Delivery of budget revenue and gross margin for the assigned ranges
- Establishing and maintaining a planning approach to the assigned ranges consistent with the retail strategy
- Engaging with relevant stakeholders including retail operations and customers to understand market needs and emerging trends
- Develop and manage a sourcing and purchasing process in accordance with the best practice principles
- Input on FOS planning and projects, curations, and other promotional mechanics
- Develop strong relationships with suppliers, Range Planners, and the Stock Control team.
Key requirements of this Junior Buyer job include:
- Strong proven experience within the retail sector
- Excellent relationship management skills
- Experience in buying and/or vendor management
- Pro-active teamwork engagement
- Strong understanding of gross margin management, pricing, and discounting practices
- Strong analytical, numerical and IT skills
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume only suitable applicants can be contacted.
#AISAOI
Junior Buyer
My client, a thriving Irish retail company is seeking a Junior Buyer to join their retail gifting team. You will be responsible for planning, sourcing, and maintaining your assigned product ranges. The ideal candidate must understand the principals involved in the buying process. North Dublin based.
Package
- Salary €45-50k
- Pension
- Free Car Parking
- Subsidised Gym Membership
- Subsidised Canteen
Responsibilities of this Junior Buyer job include:
- Delivery of budget revenue and gross margin for the assigned ranges
- Establishing and maintaining a planning approach to the assigned ranges consistent with the retail strategy
- Engaging with relevant stakeholders including retail operations and customers to understand market needs and emerging trends
- Develop and manage a sourcing and purchasing process in accordance with the best practice principles
- Input on FOS planning and projects, curations, and other promotional mechanics
- Develop strong relationships with suppliers, Range Planners, and the Stock Control team.
Key requirements of this Junior Buyer job include:
- Strong proven experience within the retail sector
- Excellent relationship management skills
- Experience in buying and/or vendor management
- Pro-active teamwork engagement
- Strong understanding of gross margin management, pricing, and discounting practices
- Strong analytical, numerical and IT skills
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume only suitable applicants can be contacted.
#AISAOI
