Senior Buyer - Electronics

🔌 Senior Buyer - Electronics | Keplin Group Limited | Uxbridge, Hybrid | Consumer Goods - Home appliances (Non-fashion)Keplin Group is hiring a Buyer to join our growing team at Blake House, Cowley Business Park, Uxbridge.We're a fast-moving, multi-brand consumer goods business selling across Shopify, Amazon, TikTok Shop, and D2C - with licensed partnerships including Disney and Bluey. This role sits at the heart of our product strategy: sourcing directly from Far East suppliers, shaping our electronics range, and helping us stay ahead of what UK consumers want next.If you want a buying career that involves real supplier negotiation, international travel, and genuine influence over what we sell, not just processing orders, then read on.🌍 The RoleReporting to the Category Manager, you'll take ownership of sourcing and procuring electronics products end to end. You'll build and manage supplier relationships across the Far East, negotiate on price and quality, and make sure goods land on time. Strong knowledge of Far East sourcing and product development is essential - Mandarin language skills are a big plus.Beyond sourcing, you'll work across 12+ categories, analysing market trends and spotting product opportunities before they're obvious, managing purchase orders, and working closely with logistics to keep the supply chain running smoothly. Your work will directly shape Keplin's product portfolio and competitive position in the UK market.🎯 What You'll Be DoingSupplier Management & ProcurementSource and negotiate with Far East suppliers to secure competitive pricing and qualityManage vendor relationships and contractsEnsure compliance with company procurement policiesRetail Account DevelopmentIdentify and secure opportunities with major UK retailers, wholesalers, and independentsBuild long-term partnerships through strong account managementBusiness Development & StrategyExecute buying strategies to maximise market penetration across categoriesAnalyse data and market trends to inform commercial decisionsProduct & Category ExpertiseAdvise on product selection and trend-led opportunitiesSupport retail partners with category insights and expertise across 12+ categoriesSales & Revenue GrowthDrive sales volumes through effective negotiation and market knowledgeProvide customers with insights that support their own revenue growthEvents & Trade ShowsRepresent Keplin at major UK and international trade shows, including Spring Fair and Autumn FairPresent to buyers and build new commercial relationships✅ What You'll BringEssentialMinimum 3 years' experience in OEM electronics buyingA proven track record sourcing and negotiating with Far East suppliersStrong commercial awareness and understanding of consumer and market trendsConfidence analysing sales and trend data to inform buying decisionsHighly organised, proactive, and adaptableStrong communication and negotiation skillsDesirableMandarin language skillsExperience in FMCG or consumer goods sectorsPrevious exposure to working with UK retailers and wholesalersExperience in product development and presentation🎁 What We OfferCompetitive salaryHybrid working - 2 days per week from homeBirthday leave, on top of a competitive annual leave allowanceEmployee discounts on Keplin productsQuarterly staff socials and celebrationsOn-site parkingA genuinely collaborative, inclusive cultureReal opportunity to travel internationally and grow your career as we scale📩 How to ApplyIf this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply by sending your up to date CV and by asking a few short questions.