Product Development Buyer – Homewares & Tableware

First Choice Recruitment Services; Evesham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

First Choice Recruitment Services in Worcestershire is seeking a permanent, office-based Buyer & Product Developer. Salary around £40K depending on experience, with scope to influence new product ranges and supplier relationships.

You will collaborate with the senior buying and design teams to source, cost out, buy, and create new ranges across houseware categories. You will analyse quotes, negotiate pricing, manage critical paths, and ensure timely deliveries while maintaining brand vision.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a product development or buying team - Essential
• Good knowledge of homewares/tableware or a keen interest in this area
• Knowledge of buying and supplying products to retailers
• Knowledge of sourcing ceramic tableware from outside of China desirable
• Strong Microsoft Office skills including Excel and Outlook essential
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong verbal, written communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously
• Capable of thriving in fast paced environments
• Methodical, analytical and organised
• Trend aware and insightful of competitor activity

Responsibilities

• Work with senior buying, design teams and external teams to create new product ranges in houseware categories
• Analyze quotes and negotiate pricing with suppliers
• Manage critical path and key dates for ranges
• Write briefs and packaging specs with design team
• Review samples and feedback for improvements
• Liaise with Far East sourcing offices and UK warehouse for deliveries
• Present concepts and range reviews to license holders and customers
• Conduct online and in-store product research to identify range opportunities
• Coordinate with Far East sourcing team to satisfy purchase orders
• Source new supply routes around Europe and Asia
• Ensure products meet quality standards
• Assist Buyer’s Admin Assistant with coordination and coaching
• Follow health and safety procedures and policies

Skills

Product development

Buying

Homewares/Tableware

Supplier negotiation

MS Office

Attention to detail

Communication & negotiation

Project coordination

Trend awareness

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Microsoft Office

Job description

First Choice Recruitment Services in Worcestershire is seeking a permanent, office-based Buyer & Product Developer. Salary around £40K depending on experience, with scope to influence new product ranges and supplier relationships.

You will collaborate with the senior buying and design teams to source, cost out, buy, and create new ranges across houseware categories. You will analyse quotes, negotiate pricing, manage critical paths, and ensure timely deliveries while maintaining brand vision.