Junior Buyer - Lifestyle in Huddersfield

Join our team as a Junior Buyer! Are you obsessed with what’s "next" in Home, Interiors, and Lifestyle? Do you have a sharp commercial eye and the energy to thrive in a fast-paced eCommerce environment? We’re looking for a Junior Buyer who is ready to move beyond the basics. This isn’t just about picking products; it’s about owning your category from end to end, managing global supply chains, and driving real commercial results. If you’re an ambitious Assistant Buyer or Junior Buyer looking for your next challenge, we want to hear from you.

Who You Are

• Product & Trend Obsessed: You love product no matter what the category. You can anticipate emerging trends as you have your finger on the pulse.
• Commercially Sharp: You understand that great product only works if the numbers do. You understand margins, sell-through, and pricing strategies.
• Supplier Savvy: You have had exposure to global sourcing (especially the Far East) and understand lead times and requirements.
• A Critical Path Pro: You’re highly organized. You know that timing is everything, and you deliver your products to deadlines.
• Analytical & Proactive: You’re comfortable in Excel and even more comfortable using data to back up your buying decisions alongside your gut instinct.
• A Great Communicator: Able to work cross-functionally and a real team player with a positive ‘can do’ attitude.
• Customer-Focused: You understand our customer and can translate that into great product and customer satisfaction.
• Fast-Paced & Proactive: You thrive in a busy environment, managing multiple tasks with enthusiasm and a positive attitude, especially during peak periods.

What You’ll Do

• Build the Range: Under the guidance of a Buyer, you will develop commercial ranges for the category.
• Own the Timeline: Manage the critical path from concept to delivery, ensuring our new products hit the market at the right time.
• Drive Supplier Relationships: Negotiate with global suppliers to secure the best product, price, and lead times.
• Collaborate to Win: Work cross-functionally with Merchandising, QA and Trading Teams to bring your ranges to life.
• Benchmark the Best: Constantly analyse the market and competitors to ensure we remain the go-to destination for lifestyle trends.

What you need

• Buying Experience: 1–2 years as an Assistant or Junior Buyer within a retail or eCommerce environment that is Product development focussed.
• Technical Prowess: Advanced Excel skills (you love a VLOOKUP and a Pivot Table) although not essential.
• A love of Trends: You enjoy keeping tabs on the market and following the latest influencers.
• Negotiation: A proven ability to communicate effectively and negotiate with international suppliers.
• Organisation: Expert-level management of the Critical Path and production timelines.

Why Join Us?

This is a role for a high-potential buyer who wants to learn fast. You’ll have the autonomy to contribute ideas and the support to grow your career in a business that moves as fast as the trends do. Ready to build something iconic? Apply now.

Salary: Competitive + Bonus

Location: Huddersfield, West Yorkshire

Position: Full Time - Permanent - 4 days office based / 1 day homeworking

At Buy It Direct, we dare to be different. We’ve built this business from the ground up to become one of the UK’s largest and fastest growing online retailers turning over £ million with a target of doubling in size over the next three years. We are proud of the products and services we provide across our six well recognised, award-winning online brands including Laptops Direct, Appliances Direct, Better Bathrooms and Furniture. We listen, learn and challenge the status quo, paying attention to the details that matter and want to delight our customers by putting them at the heart of what we do, to really understand what matters to them.

Hours: 39.5