Senior Buyer - Homeware

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading value retailer is seeking a Senior Buyer for their Homeware team to enhance product offerings and collaborate with Merchandising and Marketing. The role involves managing supplier relationships, leading a small team, and driving commercial success through effective product trading.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Buyer or equivalent, ideally within Homeware.
• Confident trading in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Strong skills in negotiation and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of Homeware ranges, aligned with trading calendars.
• Negotiate costs and build strong supplier relationships.
• Manage and develop a small team for smooth delivery.

Skills

Supplier negotiation

Team leadership

Product trading

Commercial awareness

Job description

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Client:

Zachary Daniels

Location:

portsmouth, hampshire, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Buyer - Homewares | North West | Value Retail | Salary up to £70k

A leading value retailer is looking for a Senior Buyer to join their Homeware team. This is a key role for someone who thrives on product trading, collaborating closely with Merchandising and Marketing to create seasonal ranges that deliver on style, value and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and delivery of Homeware ranges, aligned with trading and marketing calendars.

• Build strong supplier relationships, negotiate costs and attend buying/trade trips as needed.

• Present ranges to senior stakeholders, ensuring alignment with commercial goals.

• Collaborate with Merchandising and Marketing on product launches and promotional activity.

• Manage and develop a small team, ensuring smooth delivery through the critical path.
  

About You:

• Proven experience as a Senior Buyer or equivalent, ideally within Homeware.

• Commercially driven, confident trading product in a fast-paced retail environment.

• Strong team leadership and supplier negotiation skills.

• Comfortable with seasonality and working across the full product lifecycle.

• A Senior Buyer who enjoys collaboration, pace, and making things happen.

To be considered for the position of Senior Buyer, apply today!

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