Homeware Buyer

Victorian Plumbing; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online homewares retailer is seeking an experienced Buyer to shape their diverse product collection. This role involves sourcing high-quality products, negotiating with suppliers, and implementing pricing strategies to maximize profit. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in the homewares or furniture sector and a strong understanding of e-commerce. They will manage a balanced product portfolio, ensuring excellent online presence and customer satisfaction. This is a full-time position in Skelmersdale.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Buying role within the homewares or furniture industry.
• Analytical understanding of current market trends and consumer preferences.
• Track record of effective negotiation and resolution of complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Identify and source new product lines from UK and international suppliers.
• Build partnerships and negotiate favorable terms with suppliers.
• Implement pricing strategies and optimize inventory control.
• Manage a balanced product portfolio to anticipate customer demand.
• Ensure flawless setup of new products and promotions online.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Data analysis

Organizational skills

Understanding of market trends

Tools

Inventory management systems

Job description

✨ Buyer – MFI: Your Chance to Shape the Future of Online Homewares

Are you a highly commercial Buyer with a genuine flair for homewares and furniture? We are looking for an ambitious individual ready to make a significant impact by curating a diverse and compelling collection!

Joining the MFI.co.uk Team means leveraging your industry experience to differentiate our brand, drive significant profitability, and directly influence what our customers use to create beautiful spaces. This is a role for a self-starter who thrives on ownership and getting results.

🚀 The Role: Impact and Ownership

This is more than just buying; it’s about mixing creative selection with sharp commercial strategy.

• Global Product Sourcing: Be the trend-spotter! You will identify and source high-quality new product lines from both UK and international suppliers, ensuring every item meets our strict design brief and quality standards.

• Strategic Negotiation: You’ll be the key negotiator, building solid partnerships with suppliers and securing the most favourable terms and conditions to guarantee value and reliability.

• Commercials: Work alongside senior stakeholders (including Finance and Marketing) to execute smart pricing strategies that maximise profit. You will be instrumental in implementing inventory control, optimising stock levels, and ensuring capital efficiency.

• Ranges: Manage and balance your product portfolio, ensuring we always have the right mix to meet—and anticipate—customer demand across the furniture and homewares spectrum.

• E-Commerce Excellence: Ensure every new product, launch, and promotion is flawlessly set up across our systems. Your attention to detail directly impacts how easily customers find and purchase our range online.

💡 What You Need to Succeed

We are seeking a highly motivated, analytical, and organised Buyer ready to drive continuous improvement.

• Essential Experience: You must demonstrate proven experience in a Buying role within the homewares or furniture industry, ideally in the demanding world of eCommerce, managing relationships with both UK and international suppliers.

• Industry Insight: A genuine passion for the product, backed by a deep, analytical understanding of current market trends, consumer preferences, and the competitive landscape.

• Negotiation & Resolution: A proven track record of strong negotiation skills and the ability to effectively resolve complex commercial issues.

• Data-Driven Decisions: The ability to analyse data, forecast demand, and make informed decisions on product selection and pricing.

• Professionalism: Excellent organisational skills, exceptional attention to detail, and proficiency in using purchasing and inventory management systems.

• Reporting to: Head of Buying – MFI Key Stakeholders: MFI Product Team, Commercial Finance, Marketing Location: Leyland Head Office, Skelmersdale Warehouse (with travel as required)

• Full Time | 37.5 Hours Per Week | Mon-Fri

Ready to bring your strategic vision and passion to MFI? Apply today and define the next collection!