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Senior Buyer

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 50,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

A fast-growing online home retailer is looking for a commercially driven Senior Buyer to join their team and play a key role in shaping future product ranges and driving seasonal performance.
 This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, trend-led business operating at pace. With a strong focus on value, speed to market and design, the business continues to grow its presence across ecommerce and social platforms.

The Role
As Senior Buyer, you’ll take ownership of product strategy and seasonal performance - combining data insight, market awareness, and strong supplier relationships to deliver compelling, commercially successful ranges.
 You’ll lead and develop a team across Buying and Merchandising, ensuring products are delivered on time, on trend, and at the right price point.

Key Responsibilities

Analyse sales performance, identifying opportunities and taking decisive action on best and worst performers
Lead, manage, and develop a team of Buyers, Merchandisers, and Assistants to deliver against key deadlines
Build and execute seasonal buying strategies based on data, trends, and market insight
Develop and source product ranges in line with customer demand and commercial targets
Manage supplier relationships, including direct negotiation with Far East factories
Ensure all product launches are delivered on time and aligned with trading plans
Conduct competitor and market analysis across retail and online platforms
Work cross-functionally with Ecommerce, Marketing, and Social teams to support campaigns and launches
About You

Proven experience as a Buyer or Senior Buyer within Home, Textiles or Fashion  
Strong commercial awareness with a deep understanding of value retail
Confident in analysing data and translating insights into actionable strategies
Experienced in supplier negotiation and managing international supply chains
A natural leader, able to motivate and develop high-performing teams
Highly organised with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Creative, trend-aware, and passionate about product
Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel
Why Apply?

Join a high-growth, ambitious retailer with a strong market presence
Play a key role in shaping product direction and business success
Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with real autonomy
Opportunity to lead and develop a team while influencing wider business strategy

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