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Buyer - Furniture

Michael Page

Manchester

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Buyer - Furniture to join their dynamic team in Manchester. This role involves sourcing innovative furniture products that resonate with current consumer trends while maintaining strong supplier relationships. You will work closely with marketing and sales teams to ensure product promotion and availability. This position offers a collaborative environment where your insights will drive product strategy and growth. With opportunities for professional development and a focus on creativity, this is a chance to make a significant impact in a growing Ecommerce business.

Benefits

Free Parking
25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
4 o'clock finish on a Friday
Electric Charging points available
Opportunities for professional development
Collaborative work environment
Employee discounts on products

Qualifications

  • Experience in buying, particularly in the furniture sector.
  • Strong communication and analytical skills essential.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and source new products that align with consumer trends.
  • Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships.

Skills

Buying experience with Furniture
Strong communication skills
Analytical skills
Organizational skills
Creative thinking

Tools

Excel

Job description

Create commercial furniture ranges that are right for our target consumer.

Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and negotiate contracts.

Client Details

A growing Ecommerce Business in the Manchester area. They sell multi-product homeware which is trend-led. Due to strong trading figures and company investment, they are seeking to add to their Buying Team with a Buyer - Furniture.

Description

You, the buyer, will identify and source new products that align with consumer trends and company objectives.

  1. Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and negotiate contracts.
  2. Work cross-functionally with marketing and sales teams to promote products.
  3. Manage budgets and ensure cost-effectiveness.
  4. Ensure product availability and timely delivery.
  5. Comply with all relevant industry regulations.
  6. Manage junior members of your team.
  7. Provide insightful feedback and reporting to senior management.
Profile

Ideally has buying experience with Furniture.

  1. Highly organised.
  2. Strong communication and presentation skills.
  3. Analytical.
  4. Solid commercial awareness.
  5. Creative.
  6. Understanding of the supply chain.
  7. Ability to independently grow a product range.
  8. Administrative and accuracy skills.
  9. IT skills including Excel.
Job Offer

Free Parking, Close to transport links.
25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
4 o'clock finish on a Friday.
Electric Charging points are available at our Head office.
Opportunities for professional development and career growth, including progression opportunities.
Collaborative and innovative work environment.
Employee discounts on our wide range of products.

Position

Buyer - Furniture

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