Review past vendor performance and leads contract negotiations team for annual supply agreements and provides recommendations and feedback to Unit Director for final approval

Manage product categories in line with sales budget and forecast by recommending the selection of products for his Department and plans to drive Department profitability

Negotiate costs and set retail prices to meet overall policy to drive product margin

Contributes to total commercial income by targeting potential vendors and negotiates to finalize deals, rebates and other income.

Sources the products and prices

Manage vendor relations by providing feedback to vendors about performance and future opportunities.

Ensure product availability by monitoring the supplier availability by reviewing reports that are provided and meeting with the supplier to resolve the issue and giving suggestions to Unit Director on the way forward

Negotiate, finalize promotional offers and present to Unit Director and marketing

Consults with the PL Director in the development of new lines in support of the PL strategy & objectives. Supports the sourcing process & negotiations, as well as promotional plan.