Senior Buyer - Non-Food FTC

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

Job summary

A leading retail company seeks a Senior Non-Food Buyer for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Bristol. The role includes collaborating across teams to expand the product range, utilizing market insights for strategic buying, and achieving revenue targets. Candidates with experience in any homeware category will thrive in this innovative and autonomous environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in homeware categories such as Kitchen, Garden, or Textiles.
• Ability to analyze sales data and market trends.
• Creative thinking and risk-taking in product development.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to expand product categories.
• Oversee daily range development and sourcing.
• Set pricing and achieve sales targets.

Skills

Trend analysis

Product development

Market analysis

Sourcing

Pricing strategy

Job description

Position: Senior Non-Food Buyer

Company: Leading Retailer

Contract: Fixed-term, 12 months

Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with Merchandising, Design, and Quality teams to expand into new product categories and enhance existing ranges.
2. Oversee daily range development, including sample creation and selection.
3. Utilize market and customer insights to analyze sales data and inform buying decisions.
4. Sourcing, developing, and expanding the product range.
5. Set pricing and promotional strategies for the category.
6. Achieve sales targets to maximize revenue and margins.
7. Travel within the UK and EU for trade shows, competitor analysis, and supplier visits.
8. Coordinate with the e-commerce team on content and photography.

Ideal Candidate:

If you enjoy working on trend-led NPD, taking risks, and being innovative, this role offers significant autonomy and creative freedom. The company welcomes applicants with experience in any homeware category, including Home, Textiles, Seasonal, Garden, Kitchen, Furniture, Decorative Accessories, or Craft.

Additional Information:

This is an excellent opportunity to join a non-corporate team where you can shape your role and influence product ranges.