Senior Buyer
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- England,North West,Greater Manchester
- Full Time, Permanent
- £50,000 - £55,000 per annum
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
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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