Senior Buyer – Home

MS Companies

. Put the needs of M&S’ home customer, segments and demographics at the heart of the product offer .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and trading highly commercial product ranges, with a strong focus on home trends and style. Proven ability to lead teams, manage global sourcing, and execute effective brand strategies to drive sales and profit targets.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Senior Buyer ExperienceOwn-Buy Experience in Home ProductsCost Price NegotiationsGlobal Sourcing KnowledgeLeadership and Team Management

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Hard Skills

Product Mix ManagementSales AnalysisMarket Trend InterpretationDigital Product StrategyCommercial Range Development

Soft Skills

Highly OrganisedAbility to Manage AmbiguityCoaching and Mentoring

Industry Keywords

Retail MarketplaceHome TrendsBrand StrategyTrading CultureGlobal Product Strategy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Put the needs of M&S’ home customer, segments and demographics at the heart of the product offer
Work with Design to interpret market trends and develop distinctive, customer-focused ranges
Lead a digital mind-set and clear online product strategy
Analyse historical sales, trends and design direction to manage the product mix
Lead a trading culture at all levels, identifying opportunities and pursuing new products
Work with Merchandising to identify and address underperformance early
Work closely with Buying, Technical, Design, Merchandising, Marketing, channel and International teams to deliver a cohesive global product strategy and ranges
Collaborate with global Sourcing Offices to develop appropriate supply routes
Provide leadership and direction to the buying team and Sourcing Offices
Identify and develop talent within the team
Benchmark across the peer group and promote opportunities for internal mobility

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience at Senior Buyer level in a fast-paced trading retailer
Extensive own-buy experience in home or a similar product area
Strong passion for Home trends and style
Technical knowledge and proven track record of developing and trading highly commercial ranges that exceed sales and profit targets
Understanding of brand strategy and ability to deliver it
In-depth knowledge of cost price negotiations and global sourcing
Strong understanding of materials and the material supply base
Good understanding of the global retail marketplace
Ability to identify relevant product trends
Digital and global mind-set supporting international and online business growth
Highly organised approach and commitment to completing tasks
Ability to manage ambiguity through clear team guidance and planning
Ability to lead, coach and manage people
Ability to proactively take on Buying Lead responsibilities when required

Benefits

Comp & perks

20% colleague discount on all M&S products and many third-party brands for you and someone in your household, available once you’ve completed your probation
Competitive holiday allowance with the option to buy more
Discretionary bonus schemes linked to your performance and ours
Strong pension and life assurance to help plan for the future
Tailored induction and training to support your development from day one
Exclusive perks and savings through our M&S Choices portal
Market-leading family policies, including parental, adoption and neonatal leave
24/7 wellbeing support, including virtual GP access and mental health services
One paid volunteer day a year to support a cause that matters to you