Homeware and DIY Buyer

Excel Recruitment; Dublin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary DOE

Pension

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Excel Recruitment is working with a Dublin-based retailer to recruit a Homeware and DIY Buyer. The role focuses on sourcing trending homeware and DIY products, negotiating with suppliers, and keeping stock levels healthy across all stores.

You'll analyse sales data, drive margins through smart pricing, and collaborate with marketing to plan promotions while ensuring the assortment remains aligned with brand guidelines and budgets.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in a Buying role (homeware, fashion or DIY preferred).
• Track record of driving commercial success through procurement and product decisions.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret sales data and forecasts.
• Commercial acumen with focus on margins, pricing and profitability.
• Confident negotiator, able to secure favourable terms with suppliers.
• Up-to-date on market trends and innovations within the retail industry.
• Experience managing large-scale budgets for product buying.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, collaborating effectively with teams and partners.

Responsibilities

• Select and source products that align with market trends and customer preferences.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and work within budgets to optimise stock.
• Develop competitive pricing strategies to drive profitability and protect margins.
• Collaborate with marketing on promotional calendars to support sales growth.
• Analyse market trends, competitor activity, and sales data to inform product decisions.
• Ensure the right product assortment is available across all retail locations.
• Work closely with internal teams to manage demand forecasting and replenishment.
• Track category performance and adjust product offerings based on sales and feedback.
• Support visual merchandising and ensure in-store product presentation aligns with brand guidelines.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiation

Forecasting

Budget management

Analytical skills

Market trend analysis

Supplier relationships

Merchandising collaboration

Pricing strategy

Job description

Our client, a dynamic player in the Irish retail sector with a portfolio of on-trend homeware and DIY products, is seeking a commercially driven and detail-oriented Homeware and DIY Buyer. This is an opportunity to join a values-led organisation that places people at the heart of its business and fosters a culture of respect, excellence, and partnership. Dublin based.

Package

• Generous Salary DOE
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Career progression opportunities

Responsibilities of this Homeware and DIY Buyer include:

• Select and source products that align with market trends and customer preferences.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and work within agreed budgets to optimise stock levels.
• Develop competitive pricing strategies to drive profitability and protect margins.
• Collaborate with marketing on promotional calendars to support sales growth.
• Analyse market trends, competitor activity, and sales data to inform product decisions.
• Ensure the right product assortment is available across all retail locations.
• Work closely with internal teams to manage demand forecasting and replenishment.
• Track category performance and adjust product offerings based on sales and customer feedback.
• Support visual merchandising and ensure in-store product presentation is consistent with brand guidelines.

Requirements for this Homeware and DIY Buyer include:

• 2+ years' experience in a Buying role (homeware, fashion or DIY preferred).
• Track record of driving commercial success through smart procurement and product decisions.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret sales data and forecasts.
• Commercial acumen with a focus on margins, pricing, and profitability.
• Confident negotiator, able to secure favourable terms with suppliers.
• Up-to-date on market trends and innovations within the retail industry.
• Experienced in managing large-scale budgets for product buying.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, collaborating effectively with teams and partners.