Buyer - Homeware

Michael Page; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Close to transport links

25 days holidays + bank holidays

Flexible working times

Summer Fridays

Employee discount

Free flu jabs

Job summary

Michael Page in Manchester is seeking a Buyer in the homeware sector to source products in line with the company’s retail strategy. Based at Pin Mill House Wardley Industrial Estate, you’ll manage supplier relationships and ensure the product range meets customer demand.

You will identify and source new products, negotiate contracts, and work with marketing and sales to promote offerings, while overseeing budgets and ensuring timely delivery.

Qualifications

• You have experience in purchasing or procurement within retail.
• You can negotiate supplier contracts effectively.
• You analyse market trends and sales data to guide buying decisions.
• You communicate clearly with internal teams and suppliers.
• You pay close attention to detail in product selection and pricing.

Responsibilities

• Identify and source new homeware products that align with retailer strategy.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and negotiate contracts.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing and sales to promote products.
• Manage budgets and ensure cost-efficiency across categories.
• Ensure product availability and timely delivery to meet demand.
• Adhere to relevant industry regulations and internal policies.
• Lead and mentor junior team members.
• Provide insights and reporting to senior management.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Negotiation skills

Trend analysis

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

As a Buyer in the homeware sector, you'll play a key role in sourcing and selecting products that align with the company's retail strategy. Based in Pin Mill House Wardley Industrial Estate, you'll be responsible for managing supplier relationships and ensuring the product range meets customer demand.

Client Details

This position is with a well-established organisation within the retail industry. As a medium-sized company, they are known for their focus on providing quality products and a rewarding work environment, they have gone through impressive growth over the last 3 years a number of the roles they have recruited for in Buying have been due to growth in ranges and from people progressing in buying roles.

Description

• You the buyer will identify and source new products that align with consumer trends and company objectives.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and negotiate contracts.
• Work cross-functionally with marketing and sales teams to promote products.
• Manage budgets and ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure product availability and timely delivery.
• Comply with all relevant industry regulations.
• Manage junior members of your team.
• Provide insightful feedback and reporting to senior management.

Profile

A successful Buyer - Homeware should have:

• Experience in purchasing or procurement, ideally within the retail industry.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Proven ability to analyse market trends and sales data.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for homeware products.

Job Offer

• Free Parking
• Close to transport links
• 25 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Fast-moving collaborative company culture
• Regular company social events
• Employee discount and free home delivery
• Free flu jabs
• Flexible working times (start between 7:30 and 9:30 and finish between 3:30 and 5:30)
• Summer Fridays

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.