Buyer
Buyer
Redditch• Permanent • Full Time • £40,-50,000 DOE
You will be responsible for the profit on dispensing across a group of Pharmacies. You will report into the Directors and Financial Controller but be given relative flexibility to impact margin positively within the business, including negotiating directly with suppliers, amending product restrictions, and centralizing / redistributing stock where necessary.
The Buyer’s day to day duties are as follows:
Purchase all stock at the best possible price from the cheapest supplier
Negotiate terms with suppliers directly
Develop relationships with brands to go onto brand deals where appropriate
Reach out to new suppliers to purchase stock at better prices
Amend buying restrictions between brand / PI / generic on a constant basis
Buy in bulk where deals are available
Direct branches on category changes / concessions as they come through
Make sure all rebates are correctly received
Support branches to claim correctly for expensive items / broken bulk etc.
The Buyer must have the following skills/experience:
Buying experience in UK pharmacy for either a community pharmacy or wholesaler
Self-directed learning e.g. project work Knowledge Pharmacy drugs market
Basic accounting principles
Laws and Ethics relating to the practice of pharmacy
Awareness of current policy affecting pharmacy margin
Excel skills
Good interpersonal skills
Problem solving skills
Reflective skills
Self motivation
Ability to work under pressure
Able to plan, prioritise and organise workload
Can work under own initiative and as part of a team
General Commitment to continuing professional development
Other requirements Able to meet bank holiday and weekend requirements
What’s on offer for the successful Buyer
Full time permanent role with a leading group of Pharmacy
Based on company performance you will be eligible for a bonus
Full Time 08.30-17.00
Free parking
Salary up to £50,000 DOE
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