Senior Buyer - Non-Food FTC

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

Job summary

A dynamic retailer seeks a Senior Non-Food Buyer to lead the development of their homeware range, emphasizing NPD and creativity. This role entails collaboration with multiple teams and managing product categories while offering the freedom to innovate. Candidates with experience across various homeware sectors are encouraged to apply, ensuring a vibrant contribution to the product line.

Qualifications

• Experience in homeware categories such as Home, Textiles, or Kitchen.
• Demonstrated success in NPD and range development.
• Strong analytical skills for sales and market data.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day range development and product selection.
• Define pricing and promotional strategy for the category.
• Conduct sales analysis using market insights.

Skills

Creativity

Trend Analysis

Market Insight

Negotiation

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Job Title: Senior Non-Food Buyer

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

• Working closely with Merchandising, Design, and Quality teams to expand into new product categories and enhance current ranges.
• Managing day-to-day range development, including sample development and selection.
• Conducting 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 throughout the year for trade shows, competitor shopping, and supplier visits.
• Liaising with the e-commerce team and advising on content and photography.

If you’re seeking a role with a strong focus on trend-led NPD, where you can take risks and be innovative, this could be a great opportunity. The company welcomes Buyers with experience in any homeware category, including Home, Textiles, Seasonal, Garden, Kitchen, Furniture, Decorative Accessories, and Craft.

This role offers autonomy over your range, the freedom to be creative and take risks, and the chance to shape your role within a non-corporate team.