Category Buyer - Toys, Household or Practical Goods

Stansted, Essex - Hybrid: Office-based three days a week, two days wfh.

£45k - £50k DOE

This role is for a dynamic and results-driven Category Buyer with a proven track record in categories such as Toys, crafts, hobbies, home and furniture, kitchen and household, garden and outdoors, DIY, or health and beauty. The successful candidate will have hands-on experience sourcing own-label products from China, focusing on margin optimisation and filling category gaps. You will also have experience adding products to catalogues and buying experience in buying practical problem-solving products.

This company has an impressive global reach and a strong reputation for delivering quality products.   If you want autonomy to grow a category and enjoy international travel, this a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious and vibrant international buying team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create a balanced product range, focusing on price, quality, and own-label products.
• Maintain up-to-date commercial knowledge, with a focus on European trends.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers, focusing on range-building, sample review, and negotiation for own-label products.
• Use commercial acumen to approve cost pricing and ensure products meet margin targets.
• Deliver products aligned with seasonal trends and customer demands, managing timelines across the UK and Germany.
• Attend international trade shows to establish new supply routes and strengthen the current supplier base.

Profile: A successful Category Buyer for this role should have:

• Buying Experience in Toys, Crafts, Health & Beauty, or Household Categories.
• Catalogue Experience catalogue planning, pagination layouts, and guiding marketing teams.
• China Sourcing Expertise
• Experience in attending trade shows and international travel

Job Offer

• A salary ranging from £45,000 to £50,000 DOE per annum.
• Pension with company contributions.
• Generous holiday package - 25 days plus bank holidays.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture.
• Opportunity to work in a global and well-established company.
• Professional development
• Staff Discount

If you are a strategic thinker passionate about delivering exceptional products to European markets, we’d love to hear from you. Don’t wait—apply today!