Junior Buyer - Homeware

Michael Page (UK); Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing Ecommerce Retailer in Greater Manchester is invited applications for a Junior Buyer position. The successful candidate will manage product sourcing, supplier relationships, and work closely with marketing teams. Opportunities for career growth and a competitive salary package are offered in a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Early Finish on your Birthday

Access to Football tickets

Employee discounts

Opportunities for professional development

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Currently working as an Established Assistant Buyer, Senior Assistant Buyer, Junior Buyer or similar.
• Ability to grow product ranges independently.
• Administrative accuracy and negotiation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and source new products aligned with consumer trends.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships.
• Work with marketing and sales teams to promote products.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical

Solid commercial awareness

Creative

Organizational skills

IT skills including Excel

Education

Experience as Assistant Buyer or similar

Job description

• Free Parking ; Close to transport links
• Progression Opportunities

About Our Client

A growing Ecommerce Retailer in the Greater Manchester area. They sell a variety of trend led product for the home and apparel are seeking to add new product areas. Due to strong trading figures and company investment, they are seeking to add to their Buying Team with a Junior Buyer

Job Description

• You the Junior 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.

The Successful Applicant

• Currently an Established Assistant Buyer, Senior Assistant Buyer, Junior Buyer or similar
• Highly organised
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Analytical
• Solid commercial awareness
• Creative
• Understanding of the supply chain
• Ability to independently grow a product range
• Administrative and accuracy skills
• IT skills including Excel

What's on Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Free Parking , Close to transport links
• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Working Hours 8-4, or 9-5 with 4 o'clock finish on a Friday
• Early Finish on your Birthday - plus a Birthday box surprise!
• Access to Football tickets
• 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.

Junior Buyer - Homeware

Junior Buyer - Homeware

Junior Buyer - Homeware