Senior Buyer required to join an existing engineering procurement team who secure the supply chain, purchase and timely delivery of goods and services.
Requirements
Buyer experience within engineering ideally mechanical and electrical.
Engineering drawings and BOMs knowledge
MS Office: ERP, Navision, SAP and logical process fluency.
MCIPS qualified.
Full driving licence.
Responsibilities
Maximum Retail Price, optimal inventory and OTD performance management.
Prepare tenders, analyse quotations and negotiate pricing.
Build supplier relationships, visits and audits.
Own sourcing and advise on make vs buy decisions.
Monitor supplier performance quality.....Read more...
You will gain experience of sales and all aspects of customer service; face to face, on the phone and on-line
You will learn to complete online orders to ensure they are processed efficiently and correctly
You will develop skills for accurate and efficient handling of in-person transactions in our shop and learn to work to the Royal Opera House Shop service standards
You will learn how to advise customers and process orders received by phone, mail and our website
Learn how to work in line with our Customer Relationship Management strategy
You will learn about the Royal Opera House’s opera and ballet repertoire in order to provide positive and accurate information, advice and assistance in response to all enquiries
You will learn how to undertake comprehensive and accurate manual counting in stock-takes as directed
You will learn the procedure of opening and closure of shop ensuring security awareness and general vigilance
You will learn how to maintain high standard of housekeeping in all shop and storage areas in accordance with safety and security procedures
You will learn how to correctly comply with PCI and GDPR requirements in relation to dealing with card payments and personal data
Training:
You will study for a Level 2 Retailer Apprenticeships Standard
Sessions will be delivered online with time in your working week assigned to your study
You will have a personal learning coach who will ensure you are making progress on your course
The provider can also provide any additional learning support you might require to ensure you are successful
The provider will guide you through the end point assessment period on completion of your qualification
You can take functional skills in maths and English (if required)
Training Outcome:
We hope that during your time with our retail team you will gather skills and experience that will take you on to other retail positions in either customer facing roles or online retail
You may develop an interest in pursuing a different role such as buyer or customer service manager in future and this should be an excellent springboard into your developing a career
Employer Description:The Royal Ballet & Opera (www.roh.org.uk) is one of the most famous stages in the world for opera and ballet. The iconic theatre is home to The Royal Ballet, The Royal Opera and the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, with more than 290 performances given in the main auditorium each year. More than 950 staff work at the Royal Ballet & Opera in areas ranging from lighting, costume making, set building and scenic art, marketing, finance, box office, IT and fundraising and our apprenticeships scheme works across all areas.Working Hours :Monday - Sunday rota of shifts, may work evenings and weekends, working hours TBC.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Flexible approach....Read more...
Buyer & Merchandiser - US CollegiateLocation: Remote (Home-based, UK)Reports to: Senior Leadership Salary: Reflective of experienceWe operate in store and online retail experiences for US universities and campus’ selling course supplies and branded merchandise to students and faculties. We’re growing, our customers are demanding, and our edge is that we move faster and think sharper than the rest of the industry. We need someone to own the buy.This is not a traditional procurement role and it isn’t a job for someone who wants to administer a process. We’re looking for a commercial operator who understands product, trend, sell-through and margin and who treats AI as a daily tool, not a buzzword.You’ll own the range. You’ll decide what we buy, from whom, at what price, in what quantity, and when to mark it down. You’ll work hand-in-glove with our US store managers, suppliers in the US and overseas, and our internal design and operations teams. The autonomy of a category lead, and the accountability that comes with it.What you’ll actually do
Own the assortment for our US collegiate accounts including new buys, reorders, end-of-life. Right product, right price, right quantity, right time.Read trends across fashion, collegiate culture and branded merch, and translate them into product decisions. Use AI to surface signals faster than the competition.Build forecasts that stand up to scrutiny. Manage rate-of-sales, sell-through and markdown discipline to hit margin and turn targets.Negotiate hard with suppliers both domestic and overseas on price, lead time, MOQ and terms. Build the supplier base we need for the next five years, not the last five.Form connections for print-on-demand based goods as we introduce these into our retail environment.Partner closely with US store managers and retail operations on what’s working, what isn’t, and what to do about it.Use AI tools to compress the routine parts of the job including supplier comms, sample tracking, PO reconciliation, trend research — so your time goes on commercial decisions, not admin.Travel to the US and Far East for buying trips, supplier visits and trade shows.
Who we’re looking forYou’ve worked in retail buying, merchandising or branded merchandise sourcing, whether that’s a year and you’re hungry to own more, or several years of running a category end-to-end. We care more about how you think than how long you’ve been doing it. What matters is that you’ve had real exposure to the commercial side: choosing product, negotiating price, watching sell-through, forecasting and learning what works.You actually use AI. Not because someone told you to, but because you’ve worked out how it makes you faster and sharper. You can talk concretely about what you’ve automated, what you’ve used it to research, and where it’s changed how you make decisions. If your answer to “how do you use AI in your work” is vague, this isn’t the role.Happy working remotely, co-ordinating with UK and US based colleagues, flexing into US hours when needed.Must-haves
Hands-on experience in retail buying, merchandising or branded merchandise sourcing, depth matters more than tenurePractical understanding of forecasting, inventory and rate-of-sales planningUnderstanding of licensingTrack record negotiating with suppliers, ideally including overseas and USStrong commercial and financial acumen — you can build and defend a margin planPractical, daily use of AI in your workflowA genuine team player with no ego, no silos, no "not my job"UK right to work and willingness to travel internationally
Nice to have
US collegiate or campus retail experienceWorking knowledge of decoration methods (screen print, embroidery, sublimation, DTG)Experience with apparel, accessories and branded merchandiseExperience building or refining buying processes inside a growing business
The dealRemote, UK-based, with flexibility for US time zones. Salary reflective of experience, we’ll pay properly for the right person at any level. Pension scheme, eye care, health cash plan, buy and sell annual leave. Genuine ownership of a commercial function in a business that’s growing fast.EligibilityApplicants must be 18 years of age or older and legally eligible to work in the UK. This role operates on UK employment terms, despite its primary focus on the US market. INDLS Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.....Read more...
Brand Partner Manager - B2B Drinks Platform – England – Up to £50,000 plus package This is a rare chance to join an ambitious B2B drinks-industry startup at the very beginning—giving you the opportunity to fast-track your career, shape your role, and grow as they disrupt the UK drinks trade with an innovative, profit-boosting platform.The Brand Partner Manager will work with independent, founder-led drinks brands—guiding them from initial interest through to signed partnership and successful onboarding. This is a consultative, relationship-led sales role focused on quality conversion rather than cold outreach or high-volume activity. The Brand Partner Manager will work with exceptional start-up businesses to support in their scale up.This role requires a candidate who is hungry, ambitious and driven to succeed! This is a unique opportunity…What this business offers:
A competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.Opportunities for professional development and career growth.The chance to work with globally recognized brands in an exciting and dynamic industry.A collaborative and supportive work culture.
Brand Partner Manager responsibilities include:
Convert warm, pre-qualified leads into signed supplier partnersLead consultative sales conversations with brand foundersBuild tailored commercial cases that clearly demonstrate platform valueManage and progress your pipeline with pace, accuracy, and clear next stepsConfidently close partnership agreements with a focus on long-term valueDeliver fast, high-quality onboarding and ensure full partner activationCreate compelling brand profiles that drive buyer engagementSupport partners in activating their existing on-trade customer networksMaintain regular contact to drive partner engagement, retention, and growthTrack performance, monitor activity, and proactively address disengagement
The Ideal Brand Partner Manager candidate:
Proven track record of achieving and exceeding targets in a B2B sales or conversion-focused roleStrong consultative, solution-led selling skills with the ability to build trust quicklyExperience converting warm, pre-qualified leads into signed businessExcellent communication and storytelling ability, both written and verbalHigh level of self-motivation with strong ownership of pipeline and resultsSolid understanding of the UK drinks industry and on-trade landscape
If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CV’s to Mark@corecruitment.comCOREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia. To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us on +44 207 790 2666 for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities. Likewise, if you are looking to recruit then we would love to hear from you. Follow COREcruitment on your favourite social networks - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram....Read more...
