Liverpool
Senior Buyer | Home & Furniture Specialist | £50,000 - £65,000 | Hybrid Working | North West England\n\nSkills & Experience:\n\nProven experience as a Buyer or Senior Buyer within furniture, homeware, or interiors \n\nStrong negotiation and commercial management skills\n\nExperience sourcing from overseas suppliers, particularly Asia\n\nExcellent analytical ability and strong Excel skills\n\nExperience managing supplier relationships and cross-functional collaboration\n\nStrong understanding of trends within the home and furniture market\n\nPrevious team leadership experience preferred\n\nOverview:\n\nWe 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.\n\nThe 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.\n\nThe 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.\n\nWe 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.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nIdentify and source the right furniture and home products for the business\n\nDevelop and maintain relationships with UK and international suppliers \n\nMonitor market trends, competitor activity, and consumer preferences within the home and interiors market\n\nNegotiate pricing, contracts, MOQs, and lead times\n\nConduct supplier performance reviews across quality, delivery, and compliance\n\nVisit factories, suppliers, and trade shows when required\n\nAnalyse sales and performance data to inform buying decisions\n\nEnsure margin and profitability targets are achieved\n\nWork closely with merchandising, ecommerce, and creative teams\n\nForecast demand and manage stock levels effectively\n\nResolve supply chain issues including delays, quality concerns, and shortages\n\nCollaborate with suppliers on product development and new designs\n\nEnsure all products meet relevant UK regulations and compliance standards\n\nBenefits Package:\n\nCompany Pension Scheme, including generous life assurance\n\nPrivate Medical Insurance\n\nVIP discounts at leading retailers\n\nCashback for a range of healthcare treatments\n\nFree qualified support for mental wellbeing and health\n\nEmployee Assistance Programme with 24/7 counselling support\n\nGenerous staff discount across furniture and home products\n\nBH36178