Senior Buyer - Non-Food FTC

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retailer in Bolton seeks a Senior Buyer for a fixed-term contract. The role focuses on innovative product development in various homeware categories, providing autonomy and a non-corporate working environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in homeware categories such as Kitchen, Garden or Textiles.
• Adept at managing product ranges and driving NPD.
• Strong analytical skills for sales and market data.

Responsibilities

• Manage key product categories and drive innovation.
• Oversee range development and sourcing aspects.
• Develop pricing and promotional strategies aligned with targets.

Skills

Trend-led NPD

Sales analysis

Sourcing

Commercial acumen

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Senior Buyer - Non-Food FTC, Bolton, Greater Manchester

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Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

This leading retailer is looking for a Senior Non-Food Buyer to manage a key category, driving NPD and creating a compelling product range. This is initially a fixed-term contract for 12 months.

• Working closely with the Merchandising, Design, and Quality teams to expand into new product categories and improve current ranges.
• Managing day-to-day range development, including sample development and selection.
• Completing sales analysis using market and customer insight data to inform buying decisions.
• Sourcing, developing, and growing the product range.
• Defining the pricing and promotional strategy for the category.
• Achieving commercial results aligned with category targets to maximize revenue and margin.
• Traveling within the UK and EU for trade shows, competitor shopping, and supplier visits.
• Liaising with the e-commerce team regarding content and photography.

If you’re looking for a role with a focus on trend-led NPD, where you can take risks and be innovative, this could be ideal! The company welcomes buyers with experience in any homeware category, including Home, Textiles Seasonal, Garden, Kitchen, Furniture, Decorative Accessories, or Craft.

This role offers autonomy over your range, the freedom to innovate, and the opportunity to shape your career in a non-corporate environment.