Buyer

Huntress - Bracknell; Camberley; Hybrid; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A well established retail company in Camberley is seeking an experienced Buyer to manage product ranges and oversee sales and inventory. You will collaborate with various teams to drive strategy and performance while mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of retail buying experience and is proficient in data analysis. This role offers competitive salary and hybrid working conditions.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Friendly culture

Supportive leadership team

Qualifications

• 3+ years in buying or category management within retail.
• Experience managing P&L and negotiating with suppliers.
• Experience in fast-paced, seasonal retail environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee categories with accountability for sales and stock levels.
• Build strong supplier partnerships to ensure product availability.
• Drive innovative category performance through analysis and planning.

Skills

Retail buying experience

Commercial focus

Effective communication

Data-driven decision making

Excel proficiency

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Buyer

Location: Camberley (Hybrid)

Salary: £36,000

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Are you a commercially minded retail professional with a passion for product development and trading? A well established company is seeking an experienced Buyer to take ownership of a growing product range.

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team, reporting into the Senior Buyer and working closely with the Head of Buying. You'll be instrumental in driving both the buying strategy and in season trading performance across multiple product lines.

What You'll Be Doing

• Overseeing a range of categories, taking full accountability for sales, profit, and stock levels
• Building strong supplier partnerships to ensure product availability and drive innovation
• Boosting category performance through analysis, trading decisions, and promo planning
• Spotting new product opportunities by keeping up with trends and customer demand
• Working closely with Marketing, eCommerce, Supply Chain, and Customer Service teams
• Mentoring junior colleagues and supporting a culture of ongoing improvement

We're Looking for Someone Who

• Has 3+ years in buying or category management within retail
• Is commercially focused, with experience managing P&L and negotiating with suppliers
• Has worked in fast-paced, seasonal retail environments
• Communicates effectively with teams and external partners
• Uses data to drive decisions and spot growth opportunities
• Is confident with Excel/Sheets and understands forecasting basics
• Willing to travel for supplier meetings and trade events

Nice to Have

• Experience in ecommerce or sourcing from the Far East
• Background in home products or relevant degree
• Knowledge of pricing strategies and promotions

Why Apply?

This is your chance to step into a role where you can have real impact, working on exciting product ranges with strong autonomy, while being supported by an experienced leadership team. The company offers a friendly culture, career development opportunities, and a hands-on environment where your ideas matter.

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