Softs Homeware Buyer

We are partnered with an incredible business seeking a Softs Homeware Buyer to work with across several of their amazing brands. Working closely with the Commercial Director you will be responsible for the creation of product ranges, ensuring the brands identity is clear as well as being trend lead.

Main Responsibilities will include:

• Work closely with the Commercial Director for Home to source, develop and build product ranges to reflect current trends, ensuring each range is commercial and meets company objectives, sales targets and customer needs.
• Analyse performance and review current range to ensure that sales, margins and profit are achieved.
• Collaborate with the sourcing team to manage annual production and manufacturing budgets alongside the critical path.
• Complete buying trips as needed within the UK and overseas to identify new suppliers and maintain relationships with current suppliers.
• Take appropriate action in-season on repeats, cancellations and rescheduling of orders.
• Prepare and present regular range reviews and presentations to senior management.
• Negotiate with a wide supply base to ensure best possible price and margin for goods is achieved.
• Maintain and build strong working relationships with supply base and source new suppliers.
• Keep up to date with trends, constantly review competitors in the market.
• Collaborate with the design team on trends and product development.

Person Specification

• 5 years' experience in a similar role.
• Significant experience in a fast-paced Buying role.
• Passion for product and a love for Home is essential.
• Strong understanding of the concepts of brand strategy and knowledge of the competitive market place.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Ability to initiate and build strong relationships with other stake holders.