Trading Manager
| Posting date: | 21 May 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 May 2026 |
| Location: | Belfast, County Antrim, BT15GB |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4799224_1779357087 |
Summary
Your new company
Hays are partnering with a well-established and highly reputable retail organisation, to recruit a Trading Manager to join their commercial team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in driving category performance and delivering commercial growth within a fast-paced environment.
Your new role
In this position, you will be responsible for:
- Managing product categories to maximise sales, profitability and market share.
- You will develop and implement trading strategies, analyse performance data and customer trends.
- Work closely with suppliers to negotiate competitive terms and promotional plans.
- You will collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, supply chain and store operations teams to ensure effective product availability and execution.
- You will monitor market activity, identify growth opportunities, and continuously optimise ranges and pricing strategies to meet customer demand.
What you'll need to succeed
- Recent experience in a trading, buying or category management role
- Strong commercial awareness with the ability to drive sales and margin growth
- Proven experience in supplier negotiation and relationship management
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and trends
- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Experience using commercial or ERP systems
- Third-level qualification in business, supply chain or a related discipline
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Career progression opportunities within a leading organisation
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Access to employee wellbeing initiatives and assistance programmes
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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