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Head of Buying - Homeware

Zachary Daniels
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a minute
Location

Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • An established value retailer is seeking a Head of Buying for their Homeware division with a salary of up to £100k plus a car.
  • This leadership role requires a proven track record as a Head of Buying or equivalent senior buying leader, ideally with experience in a high-volume retail environment.
  • Key responsibilities include owning the Homeware buying strategy, leading a team of Senior Buyers and Assistants, and building a commercial vision with senior leadership.
  • Candidates should possess strong skills in team development, negotiation, and cross-functional leadership, along with a deep understanding of Homeware and seasonal trading cycles.
  • This position offers a chance to drive growth in a key category within a dynamic business environment.

Head of Buying - Home | North West | Salary up to £100k + Car | Value Retail

An established and fast-paced value retailer is looking for a Head of Buying to lead their Homeware division. This is a pivotal leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives in a trading-focused environment and can shape strategy while keeping close to product, pace, and performance.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Own the Homeware buying strategy, ensuring the right product at the right price for every season.

  • Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing team of Senior Buyers and Assistants.

  • Build a clear commercial vision in collaboration with Merchandising, Marketing and senior leadership.

  • Forge strong supplier partnerships to drive cost effectiveness, speed to market and innovation.

  • Balance the art of product with the science of trading - reacting quickly to customer demand and retail trends.

About You:
  • Proven track record as a Head of Buying, or equivalent senior buying leader.

  • Experience working within a high-volume, fast-paced retail environment - ideally value or volume-led.

  • Strong understanding of Homeware and the seasonal trading cycle.

  • Skilled in team development, negotiation, commercial strategy and cross-functional leadership.

  • A natural collaborator who understands the power of product, pace and people.

This is a great opportunity for a Head of Buying to take full ownership of a key category, drive growth, and be part of a business with ambition and momentum.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.