Established Buyer

Shou; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is looking for an Established Buyer/Product Developer to drive the success of the Home & Accessories categories. This role involves strategic planning, supplier negotiation, and product lifecycle management to ensure timely product delivery and quality. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in product development, strong commercial acumen, and excellent organizational skills, along with a passion for sustainability and innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Home & Accessories product development.
• Strong track record of delivering category growth.
• Skilled in managing critical paths and high option counts.

Responsibilities

• Lead seasonal buying and product development strategy.
• Negotiate cost prices and oversee sourcing strategy.
• Own the category critical path and manage sample approvals.

Skills

Buying/product development experience

Commercial acumen

Supplier negotiation skills

Excellent organizational skills

Communication skills

Interest in sustainability

Job description

About the job Established Buyer/ Product Developer Chelsea Peers Home & Accessories

Location: Chiswick, West London (Hybrid after probation)
Reports to: Head of Product
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Full time

About the role

Were looking for an Established Buyer / Product Developer to take full ownership of the Home & Accessoriescategories across Chelsea Peers.

This role covers the full process from strategy through to product launch — developing ranges that are commercially successful, aligned to brand identity, and delivered on time. You'll work closely with design, technical and suppliers to ensure product quality, margin, and delivery targets are met.

Key responsibilities

Category Strategy & Range Development

• Lead the seasonal buying and product development strategy for Home & Accessories.
• Build ranges that meet financial targets and align with brand positioning.
• Use sales analysis and market insight to determine option counts, pricing architecture, and category mix.
• Identify opportunities for new product development and category growth.

Commercial Management

• Negotiate cost prices, terms, and lead times with suppliers to maximise margin.
• Oversee the sourcing strategy, identifying new factories and regions as required.
• Ensure all products meet margin, quality, and compliance requirements.

Product Lifecycle Management

• Own the category critical path, ensuring all key dates and launch timelines are achieved, including delivery of SMS samples.
• Manage sample approvals and fits (with Garment Technology where applicable).
• Oversee corrective actions on returns or faulty products in collaboration with the technical team.
• Work cross-functionally with to deliver cohesive, market-relevant collections.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Support continuous improvement in sustainability, ethical sourcing, and innovation.

Skills & experience

• Proven buying/product development experience within Home & Accessories (multi-category experience advantageous).
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering category growth.
• Skilled in supplier negotiation and relationship management.
• Experience managing high option counts and critical paths.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Confident working at pace and managing multiple priorities.
• Interest in sustainability and product innovation.