Jobs, fresher vacancy - Buyer • UK

Company: Green Man Gaming

UK

About Green Man Gaming Green Man Gaming is an independent global leader in distribution, publishing, and digital eCommerce services in the video game industry, connecting developers and gamers worldwide through a core belief that games are for everyone.With a catalogue of over 10,000 games available in more than 195 countries, Green Man Gaming is the largest independent digital retailer worldwide outside of first party platforms. Trusted by more than 1,250 publishers, the company partners with leading gaming brands across PC and console.Its publishing division offers a flexible model, enabling studios to retain full IP ownership while accessing targeted services such as funding, localisation, platform integration, and creative strategy. Its in-house marketing services leverage billions of first-party data points to deliver highly targeted, performance driven campaigns.Green Man Gaming also provides a fully managed distribution service, enabling partners to increase incremental game sales through a global network of over 180 third-party storefronts.Headquartered in the UK, GMG generates 90 percent of its revenue from international markets and has received more than 40 business and games industry awards.ROLE OVERVIEWJoin our dynamic Trading Team as a Buyer and contribute to the growth and success of our diverse digital video games portfolio. This role offers a unique opportunity to play a key part in the delivery, maintenance, and development of our exciting product offerings. If you are enthusiastic about digital entertainment and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply and bring your skills and perspective to our team.You'll have the chance to collaborate with experienced professionals, develop your skills, and help create the best possible digital gaming experiences for our customers.RequirementsKEY DELIVERABLES:Publisher Relationship Management: Develop and maintain positive relationships with Tier 2-4 publishers, supporting campaigns and new releases, managing stock levels, and facilitating day-to-day negotiations and requests.Site Merchandising & Optimisation: Assist in preparing site merchandising actions, identify opportunities to enhance product presentation, and analyze performance to ensure continued improvement.Internal Process Improvement: Contribute ideas and initiatives to help improve internal processes and efficiencies, take ownership of the implementation and ongoing management. Team Support & Collaboration: Support senior team members and actively contribute to the development of team knowledge, helping build a collaborative and inclusive team culture.Project Ownership & Delivery: Take responsibility for key internal projects (i.e. bespoke promotion campaigns), contributing to their successful delivery and providing insights along the way.Promotion Campaign Planning: Contribute to the planning of the store's promotional calendar and help coordinate the briefing and execution with marketing.Leadership: Mentor junior buyers, lead team meetings and coordinate day to day operations WE NEED:Business Acumen & Commercial Awareness: You have the ability to identify commercial opportunities and contribute to strategies that drive growth and improve profitability.Relationship Management & Communication: You are skilled at building positive, productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders at various levels of the organization.Problem-Solving & Attention to Detail: You approach challenges analytically and creatively, developing practical solutions while maintaining a high level of accuracy and quality in your work.Task Management & Organizational Skills: You manage multiple tasks effectively, prioritize responsibilities, and consistently deliver high-quality work on time.Proactive Mindset & Initiative: You take a proactive approach to your responsibilities, contributing to team success by suggesting and implementing improvements. YOU HAVE:eCommerce Trading or Merchandising Experience: You have a commercial mindset and proven ability to drive profitability. You can demonstrate an understanding of online retail and customer journeys.Stakeholder Management Experience: You have experience in managing various stakeholders, building consensus, and negotiating effectively to align on strategic goals.Adaptability in a Dynamic Environment: You thrive in environments that are constantly evolving and can adapt to changing priorities with flexibility and a positive mindset.BenefitsWE HAVE:Flexible working22 days paid holiday per year (excluding Bank Holidays) increased with the length of service1 month sabbatical leave following 3 years of employment and 2 months after 6 yearsCompany Share Option Plan 50% game discount for employeesPension schemeCompany days & social eventsDiscounts and many other perks