Senior Buyer-12 Months FTC

Dunelm; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Dunelm in Leicester is seeking a strategic Buyer to lead category strategies, build compelling ranges, and drive commercial performance across homeware lines.

You’ll manage budgets, partner with designers and suppliers, and articulate a clear trading plan. This role is hybrid, with 3 days in the office each week to collaborate with a talented team and deliver exceptional value to customers.

Qualifikationen

• Proven buying experience and ability to spot great products.
• Strong commercial mindset with capacity to grow margin.
• Leadership skills with ability to upskill and succession plan.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship abilities.
• Data-driven decision making and use of market insights.
• Creative flair and collaboration with designers and suppliers.

Aufgaben

• Lead and upskill a talented team and build succession plans.
• Co-create category strategies that excite customers.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovative ranges.
• Oversee option planning, product mix and price architecture.
• Identify trends using data and market insights.
• Develop long-term supplier partnerships and manage budgets.
• Negotiate favorable terms and optimise trading actions.
• Sign off products and promotional calendars across departments.
• Collaborate with marketing, digital and stores to align strategies.
• Ensure quality and ethical standards across supply base.

Kenntnisse

Proven buying experience

Commercial mindset

Leadership

Negotiation

Data-driven decisions

Supplier relationships

Creative mindset

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Home. There’s no place like it.

And there’s no feeling like helping people create the joy of feeling truly at home. At Dunelm, that’s what we do. We’re the UK's number one choice for homewares because we make home life lovelier for our customers. And we’ve crafted a workplace that feels just as welcoming – where you can bring your ideas, be yourself, and feel right at home.

With us, buying isn’t about chasing bargains and merchandising isn’t about pushing an endless parade of promotions. We do things differently. With us, it’s about creativity, instinct, and a real passion for home. We’re experts at understanding trends and performance ‑ making quick decisions that keep our products and layouts perfectly timed, perfectly designed and perfectly marketed.

You will be joining a talented team of Buyers, Merchandisers and Designers.

The Commercial Team environment is fast-paced and energetic. We are positive, ambitious, forward-looking and data driven. We have to take calculated risks, to keep growing market share.

You will be a key member of the Commercial Team, accountable for executing the trading and sourcing strategy for your product department.

Work your way, together

We’re a hybrid business, which means you’ll have flexibility alongside time together with your team. In this role, you can expect 3 days a week in the office or on-site, helping you stay connected, collaborate and do your best work for our customers.

What you'll be doing

• Leading with heart and purpose– You’ll guide and upskill a talented team, nurturing future stars and building a strong succession plan.
• Thinking big (and small) – Co-create and deliver short and long term category strategies that excite our customers and keep us ahead of the curve.
• Championing innovation – Work hand-in-hand with key stakeholders to bring fresh ideas to life, challenge the norm, and make our ranges stand out in the market.
• Building brilliant ranges – Oversee option planning, product mix and price architecture, always with the customer front and centre.
• Spotting trends before they trend – Use data, market research and a keen eye to identify opportunities and steer the team towards smart, strategic decisions.
• Growing global relationships – Develop and nurture long‑term partnerships across our supply chain, including overseas travel when needed.
• Exploring new horizons – Seek out new factories and partners that meet our high technical and ethical standards.
• Driving impactful negotiations with confidence and skill – Maximise profit and efficiency by tendering ranges and improving commercial terms with existing suppliers.
• Owning the numbers– Manage budgets, plan PLC margins end-to-end, and propose trading actions that boost performance.
• Bringing products to life – Sign off new products and promotional calendars that deliver great value and excitement across departments.
• Collaborating across the business – Work closely with marketing, digital and stores to make sure our strategies shine everywhere our customers shop.
• Focusing on quality – Partner with our Quality team to ensure products meet spec, resolve issues quickly, and improve our supply base to be more ethical and sustainable.

What we’ll look for in you

We’re looking for someone who’s got a sharp eye for product, a head for strategy, and a heart for home. If you love homewares and know your way around a buying plan, this could be your kind of role.

Here’s What Makes You a Great Fit

Proven buying experience – You’ve worked in buying and know how to spot a great product, build a brilliant range, and make commercial decisions that count.

Passion for home – You genuinely care about creating beautiful, functional products that make people feel good in their space. You bring energy, ideas and a drive to keep things fresh.

Creative flair – You’ve got a good eye and love working with designers, technologists and suppliers to bring new and exciting products to life.

Growth mindset – You’re entrepreneurial, accountable and always looking for ways to improve and grow – both the business and yourself.

Detail-oriented – You notice the little things that make a big difference.

Strong communicator – You’re clear, confident and collaborative, able to influence senior stakeholders and build strong relationships across the business and with suppliers.

Action-focused – You know how to set direction, get buy‑in and make things happen – fast.

Team player – You believe in the power of working together, and you’re great at bringing people along with you.

Confident negotiator – You’ve got a track record of handling complex negotiations and landing great outcomes.

Organised and prioritised – You can juggle multiple projects and know what needs your attention first.

Curious and open – You’re not afraid to ask questions, make mistakes, and learn from others. You’re also happy to offer support when someone else needs a hand.