Accessories Buyer- Galway

Ezliving Furniture Limited; Galway; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Educational support scheme

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

EZ Living Furniture Limited in Galway is seeking an Accessories Buyer to curate, source and manage a compelling range of home accessories that align with our brand and customer needs. You will work with suppliers, designers and internal stakeholders to deliver trend-led, high-margin ranges for retail, online and wholesale channels.

The role offers flexibility on where based and requires strong buying, negotiation and product lifecycle skills to drive sales growth and profitability across

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in buying, preferably in home accessories, home decor or lifestyle retail.
• Strong product and trend awareness with a commercial mindset.
• Proven ability to negotiate effectively and manage supplier relationships.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Range Development & Buying: Research and identify trends in home accessories (e.g. rugs, cushions, candles, decorative items, wall art).
• Develop seasonal and core accessory ranges aligned with brand and customer profile.
• Source new products and suppliers domestically and internationally.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and margins with suppliers to meet commercial targets.
• Product Lifecycle Management: Manage critical paths and ensure timely product launches.
• Oversee product quality, sampling, and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with the merchandising team on stock forecasting, sales performance, and replenishment strategies.
• Supplier & Vendor Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and manufacturers.
• Monitor supplier performance, pricing, and service levels.
• Market & Competitor Analysis: Stay informed on industry trends, customer behaviour, and competitor activity.

Skills

Trend awareness

Negotiation

Supplier relationships

Organisational skills

Project management

Commercial mindset

Education

Degree in Buying/Merchandising/Business or related field

Tools

ERP/PLM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Company

EZ Living Furniture was founded in Galway in 1998. We are a family run Irish retailer operating nationwide, as well as a full online shopping experience offering delivery throughout Ireland. We are the largest independent Furniture Retailer in Ireland employing over 360 people.

EZ Living Furniture requires a passionate and commercially driven Accessories Buyer to join our team and elevate our home accessories category. You will be responsible for curating, sourcing, and managing a compelling range of home accessories that align with our brand vision and customer needs. You'll work closely with suppliers, designers, and internal stakeholders to deliver trend-led, high-margin, and customer-centric ranges that support sales growth and profitability across retail, online, and wholesale channels.

We are flexible about where the role can be based.

Key Responsibilities

• Range Development & Buying:
• Research and identify trends in home accessories (e.g. rugs, cushions, candles, decorative items, wall art).
• Develop seasonal and core accessory ranges aligned with brand and customer profile.
• Source new products and suppliers both domestically and internationally.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and margins with suppliers to meet commercial targets.
• Product Lifecycle Management:
• Manage critical paths and ensure timely product launches.
• Oversee product quality, sampling, and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with the merchandising team on stock forecasting, sales performance, and replenishment strategies.
• Supplier & Vendor Management:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and manufacturers.
• Monitor supplier performance, pricing, and service levels.
• Market & Competitor Analysis:
• Stay informed on industry trends, customer behaviour, and competitor activity.
• Use data and insights to drive buying decisions and category performance.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a buying preferably within home accessories, home decor, or lifestyle retail.
• Strong product and trend awareness with a commercial mindset.
• Proven ability to negotiate effectively and manage supplier relationships.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and buying/planning systems (e.g. ERP or PLM tools).
• Degree or equivalent in Buying, Merchandising, Business, or related field.

Desirable Skills

• Experience working in a furniture or homeware retail environment.
• Knowledge of sustainability in product sourcing.
• International sourcing or travel experience.
• Passion for interiors and design.

Why join us

• Up to 23 days holidays
• Fun, fast paced & high energy work environment
• Culture Of Developing And Promoting From Within The Company
• Our Generous staff discounts
• Our pension Scheme
• Our Bonus Scheme
• Our Educational Support Scheme
• Our Discounted corporate rate health care
• Our free Employee Assistance Programme
• Our wellbeing initiatives like our Bike to work scheme
• Career Development Opportunities
• Continuous professional development with dedicated training resources
• Our employee discount card offering great discounts on products and services throughout Ireland.