Home & Gift Food Buyer

Are you an experienced Buyer with a passion for sourcing standout products and spotting emerging trends? If you thrive in a fast-paced retail environment and enjoy balancing creativity with commercial decision-making, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

A well-established retail business is seeking a Buyer to join their team on a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with at least three years of buying experience, ideally within food, homewares or interiors, to take ownership of seasonal ranges and contribute to the continued success of a customer-focused brand.

This role offers a salary of up to £35,000 depending on experience, alongside the opportunity to work within a collaborative and creative environment. This is a full-time hybrid role and due to the rural location of the office, a car and driving licence is required. The role includes two days per week in the office, although during the key selection period from late July to mid-September, full office attendance will be required to support product selection and seasonal planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and source commercially successful homewares and food ranges in line with customer trends and brand values.
• Analyse sales performance and market trends to identify growth opportunities and optimise product ranges.
• Negotiate with UK and international suppliers to secure the best commercial terms and maintain product quality.
• Manage product timelines to ensure all ranges are delivered on time and in line with catalogue production schedules.
• Present seasonal product selections and contribute ideas during range planning and brainstorming sessions.
• Support and develop a Buying Assistant through coaching and day-to-day management.

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years buying experience, ideally within food, homewares or interiors.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify trends and customer preferences.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and negotiating commercial terms.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Experience writing product copy or working closely with marketing/catalogue teams would be advantageous.

How to Apply:

If this opportunity sounds like your next move, we d love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch with Niche Recruitment with any questions.