Freelance Buyer: Gifts, Homeware & Accessories

FASHION PERSONNEL; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A creative organisation in London is seeking a freelance assistant/junior buyer for a temporary position. The role involves product development across gifting and homeware, managing the product lifecycle, and collaborating with teams to ensure product quality and alignment. Candidates should have buying experience, strong organisational skills, and an eye for detail. This role offers competitive hourly pay and holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Paid holiday entitlement

Pension scheme opportunity

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a buying/product development role, ideally in gifts or stationery.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing and production processes.
• Confident managing timelines and multiple product categories.
• A strong eye for product aesthetics and attention to detail.
• Commercially minded with creativity and margin considerations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver seasonal product ranges.
• Manage the product lifecycle from concept to delivery.
• Collaborate with internal teams for product alignment.
• Support packaging development and ensure accuracy.
• Research trends and inform product direction.

Skills

Buying experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Commercial awareness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft NAV

Job description

A creative organisation in London is seeking a freelance assistant/junior buyer for a temporary position. The role involves product development across gifting and homeware, managing the product lifecycle, and collaborating with teams to ensure product quality and alignment. Candidates should have buying experience, strong organisational skills, and an eye for detail. This role offers competitive hourly pay and holiday entitlement.