Senior Buyer - Non-Food FTC

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retailer in Watford seeks a Senior Buyer for a non-food category to enhance their product range and drive new product development. This contract role emphasizes innovation and autonomy, targeting experienced buyers from various homeware sectors who can actively shape their role in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a buyer in homeware categories.
• Strong analytical skills to drive NPD and category performance.
• Ability to manage relationships with suppliers and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Manage product range and development.
• Conduct sales analysis to inform buying decisions.
• Develop pricing and promotional strategies for the category.

Skills

Negotiation

Market Analysis

Supplier Relationship Management

Trend Analysis

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Senior Buyer - Non-Food FTC, Watford, Hertfordshire

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Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 in driving NPD and creating a compelling product range. This is initially on a fixed-term contract for 12 months.

• Working closely with the Merchandising, Design, and Quality teams to move into new product categories and improve current ranges.
• Managing the 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 in line with category targets, maximising revenue and margin.
• Completing UK and EU travel throughout the year for trade shows, competitor shopping, and supplier visits.
• Liaising with the e-commerce team and consulting on content and photography.

If you’re looking for a role with a strong focus on trend-led NPD, where you can take risks and be innovative, then this would be a great opportunity! The company is open to Buyers with experience in any homeware category, such as Home, Textiles Seasonal, Garden, Kitchen, Furniture, Decorative Accessories, or Craft.

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