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Posted 25 July, 2026

Buyer

Talent Guardian
Southampton, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

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  • Buyer 12 month FTC
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  • Salary: £37,853 per annum
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  • Location: Southampton
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Looking for your next buying opportunity? If you're an experienced Buyer with a commercial mindset and a passion for developing product ranges, this could be the perfect role. Talent Guardian is partnering with a well-established consumer goods business to recruit a Buyer on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You'll take ownership of established branded product ranges, work closely with suppliers across the UK and Europe, and play a key role in bringing new products to market. What you'll be doing: \n
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  • Managing branded product ranges from selection through to launch.
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  • Sourcing new suppliers and negotiating commercial agreements.
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  • Analysing market trends, competitor activity and forecasting demand.
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  • Monitoring product performance, sales and stock levels.
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  • Building strong supplier relationships and identifying growth opportunities.
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  • Supporting product launches, sales teams and stakeholder presentations.
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  • Attending UK and European trade shows and supplier meetings.
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What we're looking for: \n
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  • Previous Buying or Procurement experience.
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  • Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
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  • Commercial awareness with excellent analytical ability.
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  • Experience managing product ranges and forecasting.
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  • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
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  • Confident communicator who enjoys working with suppliers and stakeholders.
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  • Advanced Excel skills would be an advantage.
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What's in it for you? \n
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  • £37,853 salary
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  • Ownership of established branded product ranges.
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  • Exposure to international suppliers and industry events.
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  • Supportive, collaborative team environment.
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  • Excellent opportunity to broaden your buying experience with a respected business.
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If you're ready to take the next step in your buying career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!