Buyer & Merchandiser – Aldershot (£45,000, Full Time, Excellent Benefits)

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Buyer & Merchandiser based in Aldershot, Hampshire. This is a full-time, permanent, office-based position offering a salary of £45,000 per annum, working Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and growing product-based business in a varied commercial role combining buying, merchandising, procurement, supplier management and stock planning.

Working closely with Procurement, Sales, Finance and Quality teams, you will play an important role in ensuring products are sourced competitively, delivered on time and maintained at optimum stock levels. You’ll have the opportunity to influence supplier performance, purchasing decisions and inventory strategy while developing strong relationships with UK and international suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders from placement through to delivery
• Build and maintain strong relationships with UK and international suppliers
• Liaise with freight forwarders and logistics providers to coordinate shipments
• Monitor supplier performance, lead times and delivery schedules
• Forecast stock requirements and maintain optimum inventory levels
• Analyse sales trends and demand to support purchasing and merchandising decisions
• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms with suppliers
• Source new suppliers and products in line with business requirements
• Work closely with Procurement, Sales, Finance and Quality teams
• Resolve supply issues and maintain excellent internal service levels
• Ensure product and stock information is accurately maintained within the ERP system
• Produce reports and analyse purchasing, supplier and stock performance

Requirements

• Previous experience within buying, merchandising or procurement
• Experience managing supplier relationships
• Strong negotiation and commercial skills
• Experience with stock forecasting and inventory planning
• Excellent analytical and numerical ability
• Strong attention to detail
• Confident written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build effective relationships across multiple departments
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience using ERP systems
• Sage experience would be advantageous
• Commercially minded and proactive approach

Skills and Qualities

• Strong commercial awareness
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Analytical and data-driven approach
• Excellent organisational skills
• High attention to detail
• Confident communicator
• Strong relationship-building skills
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Effective problem-solving ability
• Ability to prioritise competing demands
• Collaborative team player

What’s On Offer

• £45,000 per annum
• Full-time permanent position
• Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm
• Office-based role in Aldershot
• 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays
• Additional annual leave purchase scheme
• Workplace pension
• Funded training and development
• Employee referral scheme
• Long service recognition
• Cycle storage
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing business
• Varied role combining buying, merchandising and procurement responsibilities

How to Apply

This role is being recruited by Halmer Group on behalf of our client. To be considered, please submit your CV along with a brief covering note outlining your experience, qualifications and suitability for this position. All applications will be treated in strict confidence.