Garden & Outdoor Buyer — Hybrid Role, Growth

QVC; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking an experienced Buyer to join their Garden, Plants and DIY Team on a fixed-term contract. This diverse role involves strategic initiatives to support growth in the Garden and Outdoor Living category, requiring solid experience in buying and retail environments. The position offers a hybrid working setup with responsibilities including mentoring junior team members and making business decisions in a dynamic atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Relevant buying experience in garden or outdoor products.
• Experience in retail head office dealing with large brands.
• Understanding of buying role areas such as margins and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of strategic initiatives for garden and outdoor living.
• Work in hybrid capacity, in office and from home.
• Mentor and guide junior members of the team.

Skills

Buying experience in Garden or outdoor products

Dealing with large brands

Understanding of margins and inventory management

Commerciality and trend awareness

Mentoring junior team members

Job description

A leading retail company is seeking an experienced Buyer to join their Garden, Plants and DIY Team on a fixed-term contract. This diverse role involves strategic initiatives to support growth in the Garden and Outdoor Living category, requiring solid experience in buying and retail environments. The position offers a hybrid working setup with responsibilities including mentoring junior team members and making business decisions in a dynamic atmosphere.