Job Description
Buyer - Gift & Homeware Are you a Buyer with a passion for retail? Our client, an award-winning garden centre and lifestyle retailer is seeking an experienced Buyer to join their team. In this exciting role, you will play a crucial role in shaping product selection and managing inventory to enhance product offerings. Ready to take on this challenge? Apply now and become a key player in shaping the future of retail! Carlow - Based. Package Generous salary doe Free Staff Parking Bike2Work Scheme Free Breakfast / Lunch rewards Career Progression Staff Discount / Subsidised Café Responsibilities of this Buyer - Gift & Homeware job: Maintain clear communication with Purchasing, Warehouse, EPOS, Finance, Marketing, and Department Managers on all purchasing matters Provide supplier information to the EPOS Team Apply pricing policies by reviewing merchandising, promotions, and buying trends Conduct regular price comparisons to ensure competitive pricing Analyse reports with the Purchasing Manager to assess performance and identify improvement actions Generate reports on purchasing and stock movements Attend trade fairs to explore new products and manage supplier relationships Experience required for this Buyer - Gift & Homeware job: At least two years' experience in a similar role Experience in garden or lifestyle retail buying preferred, but not required Strong communication skills for collaborating with departments and suppliers Organised, proactive, and detail-oriented with a positive attitude Excellent multitasking and prioritisation skills Able to work independently and as part of a team Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume only suitable applicants can be contacted. #AISAOI Skills: Homeware Purchasing Buyer