Role signals
Sales
About the Company
Our client is the European leader in clearance sales, with an annual turnover of €1 billion. Their mission is to provide top-quality overstock products across various categories, partnering with major retailers such as Lidl, Aldi, and Carrefour.
Role Overview:
They are looking for an experienced Senior Buyer with deep knowledge of the German market and expertise in overstock purchasing. The ideal candidate will have a strong network of suppliers and experience in categories such as beverages, food, and clothing. This is a freelance, fully remote role, reporting to the Commercial Director in Romania.
Key Responsibilities
- ・Identify and negotiate overstock purchasing opportunities across multiple categories.
- ・Maintain and expand a network of 80-100+ active suppliers in Germany.
- ・Develop relationships with key retail partners such as Lidl, Aldi, and Carrefour.
- ・Analyze market trends to optimize purchasing decisions.
- ・Manage the full procurement cycle, ensuring quality and competitive pricing.
Requirements
- ・5-6 years of experience in a Category Manager/Buyer role.
- ・Strong knowledge of the German overstock market.
- ・Established supplier network (80-100 active contacts).
- ・Fluent in Native German & English.
- ・Highly independent, self-driven professional.
Benefits
Contract & Compensation:
・Freelance contract (service agreement) with monthly invoicing + bonus.
・Fully remote position, based in Germany.