Job Description
Arboretum, an award-winning garden centre and lifestyle retailer operated by the Doyle family, is seeking an experienced Buyer to join our team.
With 200 dedicated employees across three locations, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional products and experiences.Recognised as the National Retailer of the Year by Retail Excellence Ireland, Arboretum is committed to excellence and innovation.
We aim to foster growth through a memorable in-store and online shopping experience.
Arboretum Home and Garden Heaven, the flagship store, occupies ten acres at Leighlinbridge, County Carlow.
Arboretum Kilquade, located at the former National Garden Exhibition Centre near Kilcoole, County Wicklow, has just undergone a €4.5 million redevelopment.
Arboretum Urban Green opened in May 2023 on the first floor of iconic Dublin bookshop Chapters, located on Parnell Street, Dublin.
The business has invested heavily in e-commerce in recent years and the Arboretum experience is now available to customers anywhere in the Republic of Ireland via As a Buyer, you will play a crucial role in shaping our product selection and driving sales strategies that resonate with our customers.
Your ability to negotiate with suppliers and manage inventory effectively will be vital to enhancing our product offerings.
If you have a passion for retail, excellent communication skills, and a track record of successful buying in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you
Key Responsibilities:
Communicate consistently and accurately with other departments including Purchasing, Warehouse, EPOS, Finance, Marketing and Department Managers regarding all aspects of the purchasing.
Ensure supplier information and supplier company details are delivered to the Epos Team.Apply pricing policies by reviewing merchandising activities, determining additional needed sales promotion and studying buying trends.
Continuous price comparisons with other stores to ensure the company is competitive with its pricing policy.
Ensure the management of stock levels with constant communication with Purchasing manager.
Meet Purchasing Manager regularly to update on performance against targets.
Analyse reports with Purchasing Manager to challenge performance and agree actions to improve purchasing.
Produce reports regarding purchasing and stock movements.
Visit selected trade fairs to look at the option of sourcing new products and deal with existing suppliers.
Create Epos templates as assigned by purchasing manager.
The Ideal Candidate:
A minimum of two years' experience in a similar role.
Relevant experience in garden or lifestyle retail buying desirable but not essential.
Excellent communication skills to collaborate with various departments and suppliers.
Well organised, enthusiastic, positive and proactive nature with a keen attention to detail.
Strong prioritization and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work on own initiative and within a team.
Who you report to? You will report directly to the Purchasing Manager regarding aspects of your performance and progress in this role.
Work Scheme Recognition:
Recognition and rewards Staff Awards Night Staff Team building events Length of service rewards Free Breakfast / Lunch rewards Career Progression