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Job Description

About Us We are an established international wholesale and value-distribution organisation focused on the European market across multiple luxury product categories. We build sustainable business by connecting reliable supply partners with customers across our global network. As part of the continued expansion of our European business, we are seeking a commercially driven Wholesale Buyer to strengthen our beauty-products buying network across Europe. The Role We are seeking a seasoned Wholesale Buyer of Beauty Products. Based in our European Regional Office in Leiden, you will be part of the Regional Buying team. Your primary responsibility will be to develop and manage sourcing relationships across the European Economic Area and secure commercially attractive buying opportunities for the organisation. You will work with a broad portfolio of beauty products and SKUs, ensuring the right balance of pricing, assortment, availability, quality and delivery performance. This role requires a practical understanding of the European beauty-wholesale market, including key market participants, regional commercial differences, seasonality, distribution channels and variations in demand across European markets. You will work closely with colleagues in Buying, Product Management, Sales, Supply Chain, Finance and other supporting functions to evaluate opportunities and enable timely commercial decisions. Key Responsibilities Source a broad range of beauty products, including fragrances, skincare, cosmetics, personal care and related categories. Manage and develop existing & new supplier relationships across Europe. Obtain and assess commercial offers based on price, availability, quantities, payment terms, shelf life, delivery lead times. Build and maintain a structured pipeline of buying opportunities to support business growth. Monitor market trends, pricing movements, product demand, distribution changes and competitor activity. Identify emerging commercial opportunities and potential supply or inventory risks. Ensure sourced products meet applicable requirements relating to authenticity, quality, shelf life, packaging, documentation and regulatory compliance. Assess the financial and commercial risks associated with each buying opportunity and ensure compliance with organisational policies. Coordinate with internal stakeholders to support timely evaluation, approval and execution of purchases. Provide clear, concise and timely reporting on the buying pipeline, supplier developments, market trends, commercial opportunities and key risks. Travel within Europe to meet suppliers and other business partners and attend relevant trade fairs, exhibitions and industry events. Candidate Profile Bachelor’s degree in business, Procurement, Supply Chain, International Trade or a related discipline. At least two years of relevant commercial experience in the European beauty sector. Practical understanding of the European wholesale market for fragrances, cosmetics, skincare, personal care or related beauty products. Experience in sourcing, buying, supplier development, wholesale trading or commercial account management. Existing relationships with European beauty brands, distributors, wholesalers or stockists would be a strong advantage. Demonstrated ability to assess pricing, margins, product demand and commercial risk. Strong commercial negotiation and supplier relationship-management skills. Analytical, organised and able to manage multiple buying opportunities simultaneously. Self-motivated, commercially curious and comfortable working in a fast-moving trading environment. Strong communication and cross-functional stakeholder-management skills. Professional proficiency in English; knowledge of another European language would be advantageous. Willingness to travel regularly within Europe. What Success Looks Like Success in this role will be measured by: Development of new and productive European buying sources. Growth in commercially viable buying opportunities. Positive sustained supplier relationships Quality and reliability of the supplier network. Contribution to the growth and profitability of the European business. Effective management of product, inventory, financial and compliance risks. If you have relevant experience in the European beauty-wholesale market and enjoy building supplier relationships and converting market intelligence into commercial opportunities, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Core Responsibilities

Source beauty products and develop supplier relationships across Europe, evaluating offers and managing a pipeline of commercially attractive buying opportunities. Monitor market trends and risks, ensure product and regulatory requirements are met, coordinate purchase decisions with internal teams, and report on supplier and market developments.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree in business, procurement, supply chain, international trade, or a related discipline, plus at least two years of relevant commercial experience in the European beauty sector. Candidates should understand beauty wholesale and demonstrate sourcing or buying experience, negotiation and analytical skills, strong communication, professional English proficiency, and willingness to travel regularly within Europe.