Senior Buyer - Garden

Location: London

Employer: Well known UK retailer

Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 per annum

Reference: JYM - DR - 45875/8

Date added: 17 hours ago

We’re hiring a Senior Buyer to lead a large, high-value Garden category for a well-known UK retailer. This is a hands-on role with real ownership—c.1500 SKUs and 50–60 suppliers across areas like garden buildings, tools, watering, growing and pest control.

The role:
Own the category and drive sales, margin and growth
Build strong, commercial ranges that reflect customer demand
Negotiate with suppliers to get the best outcomes
Lead and develop a small buying team
Work closely with merchandising on stock and performance

What we’re looking for:
Solid senior buying experience in a relevant product area
Strong commercial instincts and analytical skills
Experience trading in a multi-channel retail environment
Comfortable working in a seasonal category
Confident negotiator who delivers results

A great opportunity for someone who knows this space inside out and wants full ownership of a key category. This role will be full time onsite, with also travel to trade shows and supplier meetings

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