Airlines - Corporate Operations

Description:

Ryanair are currently recruiting for an assistant buyer- Inflight to join the inflight retail team.

Working as part of a small team you will be based in our Head Office in Airside Business Park in Swords. Reporting directly to the Head of Retail the successful candidate will be responsible for helping to increase profitability through analysis of onboard sales.

Duties will include:

Successfully manage and contribute to the profitability by increasing the volume of products that are sold within each category, and improving the Average Spend by base.
Achieve category goals, assisting and taking charge of the strategy, by managing underperforming routes and bases.
Have the skills to maintain a productive relationship with suppliers and internally within the business and be able to influence people to get things done
Exceptional organizational skills and acute attention to detail are essential for the candidate to have.
The candidate must also have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal and will ensure that all files and supplier correspondence are kept up to date.
Have excellent ability to implement strategy and measure results, and be able to make decision and make a difference.
Be an expert of financial analysis reporting, and development of KPI's. Strong mathematical and analytical skills are essential skills.
Be able to keep on top of all supplier management, Product Pricing & general administration including updating buying systems as appropriate.
Reporting and helping to resolve any issues pertaining to Chilled and Frozen range as well as the general product range.

Communicating promotions, price changes and new product information to the bases monthly so bases are kept informed and focused on the right objectives.
Ability to work in an extremely fast paced environment.
Keen interest in retail and product.

Requirements:

Experience as a national account manager, junior buyer, merchandise planner or sales analyst is preferred
Experience in sales analysis crucial - Analysing data and reporting skills important in this role
Strong computer skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel Level 3 ability to use V-lookups, Pivot tables and formula, Outlook, Power point ect)

An FMCG or Retail Buying office background.
3rd Level Degree.
A passion for retailing and cost management.
Fantastic influencing and negotiation skills.

Commercial edge and analytical acumen with strong numerical and forecasting skills.
Understanding of the supply chain process.

Full Details
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Airlines/Aviation

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