Senior Buyer

CV-LibraryLiverpool, MerseysidepermanentPosted: 11 May 2026
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Senior Buyer | Home & Furniture Specialist | £50,000 - £65,000 | Hybrid Working | North West England

Skills & Experience:

Proven experience as a Buyer or Senior Buyer within furniture, homeware, or interiors

Strong negotiation and commercial management skills

Experience sourcing from overseas suppliers, particularly Asia

Excellent analytical ability and strong Excel skills

Experience managing supplier relationships and cross-functional collaboration

Strong understanding of trends within the home and furniture market

Previous team leadership experience preferred

Overview:

We are searching for a Senior Buyer with experience in the furniture and home interiors sector. This role will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing suppliers across upholstery, dining furniture, and home categories.

The position focuses on working with an established supplier network across the UK, Europe, and the Far East, while continually identifying opportunities to evolve and strengthen the product offering.

The successful candidate will work closely with the buying, merchandising, ecommerce, and creative teams, helping to shape a commercially strong and trend-led home and furniture proposition. This opportunity has arisen due to continued business growth and expansion.

We are looking for a commercially driven and experienced buying professional with a proven background in furniture or homeware retail, strong supplier management expertise, and experience leading teams and building credible internal and external relationships.

Responsibilities:

Identify and source the right furniture and home products for the business

Develop and maintain relationships with UK and international suppliers

Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and consumer preferences within the home and interiors market

Negotiate pricing, contracts, MOQs, and lead times

Conduct supplier performance reviews across quality, delivery, and compliance

Visit factories, suppliers, and trade shows when required

Analyse sales and performance data to inform buying decisions

Ensure margin and profitability targets are achieved

Work closely with merchandising, ecommerce, and creative teams

Forecast demand and manage stock levels effectively

Resolve supply chain issues including delays, quality concerns, and shortages

Collaborate with suppliers on product development and new designs

Ensure all products meet relevant UK regulations and compliance standards

Benefits Package:

Company Pension Scheme, including generous life assurance

Private Medical Insurance

VIP discounts at leading retailers

Cashback for a range of healthcare treatments

Free qualified support for mental wellbeing and health

Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 counselling support

Generous staff discount across furniture and home products

BH36178

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