Buying Manager - Paper at Ada

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
RetailIndustries

Requirements

  • Previous experience in a similar role
  • Strong awareness of customer requirements, market trends and competitor ranges
  • Ability to identify strategic opportunities and innovative product ideas
  • Strong negotiation skills and the ability to influence a diverse, branded supplier base

Responsibilities

  • Work collaboratively with key suppliers and internal stakeholders to deliver sales, pricing and growth ahead of the market while helping to manage the category P&L
  • Negotiate and deliver business plans
  • Understand customers and implement strategies that meet their needs
  • Understand, track & negotiate around key commodities
  • Deliver cost to serve programmes with suppliers to ensure great value for customers

Skills

buying
negotiation
P&L management
supplier management
market analysis
commodity tracking
strategic planning
customer insights

Ada

Automates customer service with AI chatbots

About Ada

Ada provides automated customer experience solutions through AI-powered chatbots that help businesses streamline customer service tasks. The platform operates on a subscription model, allowing companies to automate repetitive tasks and improve customer satisfaction while reducing costs. Ada differentiates itself by offering a comprehensive suite of services, including consulting and managed services, backed by strong venture capital support. The company's goal is to transform customer service management by enhancing efficiency and engagement through automation.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$185.3MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
201-500Employees

Risks

Emerging AI chatbot startups pose a threat to Ada's market share.
Rapid AI advancements require continuous updates, straining Ada's resources.
Data privacy regulations could increase compliance costs for Ada.

Differentiation

Ada specializes in AI-driven chatbots for automated customer experience solutions.
The company offers a subscription-based model ensuring steady revenue and client engagement.
Ada provides consulting, development, and managed services to enhance customer support operations.

Upsides

Ada raised $130M in Series C funding, boosting its growth potential.
Partnerships with platforms like Zendesk enhance Ada's integration capabilities.
Growing demand for AI solutions supports Ada's market expansion and client acquisition.

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