" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eGrocery Buyer\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14784\"\u003e Retail \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14785\"\u003e Buyer / Purchaser \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14786\"\u003e Perth \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14787\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 23/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGrocery Buyer | Premium Independent Supermarket | WA\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape the range. Build supplier partnerships. Drive commercial success.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAre you an experienced Grocery Buyer or a commercially minded supermarket leader ready for your next challenge?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe\u0027re partnering with one of Western Australia\u0027s leading independent supermarket groups to find an experienced Grocery Buyer to lead key grocery categories including \u003cstrong\u003eGrocery, Dairy and Frozen\u003c/strong\u003e. This is an exciting opportunity to influence the product offer across a respected retail network while working closely with suppliers, store teams and senior leadership.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you\u0027re passionate about food retail, understand what drives sales at store level and enjoy building strong supplier relationships, we\u0027d love to hear from you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0027s on Offer\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompetitive salary starting from \u003cstrong\u003e$130K + Super\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eJoin one of WA\u0027s most respected independent supermarket groups\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGenuine career development within a growing business\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupportive leadership team with a collaborative culture\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHybrid working flexibility\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunity to make a real commercial impact across multiple stores\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Role\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReporting into the senior leadership team, you\u0027ll take ownership of key grocery categories, ensuring profitable growth, competitive ranging and strong supplier partnerships.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWorking closely with store teams, you\u0027ll ensure category strategies translate into outstanding in-store execution while delivering a range that meets the needs of local customers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Responsibilities\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eManage the commercial performance of Grocery, Dairy and Frozen categories\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop profitable product ranges that balance customer demand and commercial outcomes\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNegotiate pricing, promotional activity and trading terms with suppliers\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild strong relationships with both national suppliers and local producers\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAnalyse sales, margins and market trends to identify growth opportunities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePartner with store teams to ensure promotions and ranging are executed successfully\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMonitor competitor activity and emerging food trends\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork collaboratively across merchandising, operations and marketing teams\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout You\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe\u0027re open to experienced Grocery Buyers or exceptional supermarket leaders looking to transition into a buying role.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou\u0027ll ideally bring\u003c/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevious experience as a Grocery Buyer, Category Manager or Merchandise Manager within supermarkets or FMCG\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAlternatively, you\u0027ll be a high-performing Store Manager with strong commercial capability and exposure to buying decisions\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong knowledge of Grocery, Dairy and Frozen categories\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience working within an independent supermarket group will be highly regarded\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent commercial acumen with the ability to analyse sales and margin performance\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOutstanding supplier negotiation and relationship management skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong communication skills with the ability to influence suppliers, leadership and store teams\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA collaborative approach with a genuine understanding of operational execution in-store\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePassion for delivering an exceptional customer offer\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy You\u0027ll Love It\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is far more than a traditional buying role.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou\u0027ll have the autonomy to shape category direction while remaining closely connected to store operations. You\u0027ll work with leaders who genuinely value collaboration, encourage innovation and understand the importance of supporting local communities through exceptional grocery retailing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you\u0027re commercially driven, relationship-focused and passionate about delivering great retail outcomes, this is an opportunity to make a genuine impact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApply now\u003c/strong\u003e or contact \u003cstrong\u003eElissa\u003c/strong\u003e for a confidential discussion.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e0484 614 160\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eelissac@rwr.net.au\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe are a specialist retail recruitment agency connecting exceptional people with outstanding career opportunities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExplore more opportunities at \u003cstrong\u003ewww.retailworldresourcing.com\u003c/strong\u003e. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4479371\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "