Buyer

A reputable manufacturing company based in Kentish Town, London is currently seeking a Buyer to join their team. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £35,000 and provides opportunities for career advancement within the organisation.

The ideal candidate for this procurement role should have a proven track record in sourcing and purchasing homeware products and/or camping and luggage. Candidates with previous experience in homeware procurement at the buyer or junior buyer level. The successful candidate should be ambitious and eager to further their career in the procurement field.

Role responsibilities of the Buyer include:

• Negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and quality products
• Sourcing new suppliers and products to stay ahead of industry trends and offer a diverse range of products
• Working closely with design and marketing teams to ensure products meet customer needs and brand standards
• Monitoring sales and consumer feedback to make informed decisions on product selection and development
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to coordinate product launches and promotions
• Evaluating product performance and making recommendations for improvements or changes to product range

Person Specification of the Buyer:

• Experience working with homeware or camping/luggage related products - essential
• Experience working with international suppliers and factories
• Excellent communication across all departments and platforms
• Intermediate level Excel

Salary

Up to £30-35k

Hybrid working - max two days working from home per week

This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a buyer, sourcing specialist, commodity manager, category manager, senior buyer, materials planner, materials controller or junior buyer, key account manager.