Homeware Buying Assistant

Overview
About Dibor

Dibor is a leading UK home and garden retailer specialising in beautifully designed home decor, garden accessories, seasonal collections, and giftware. With a strong focus on quality, style, and customer experience, we source distinctive products from suppliers across the UK, Europe, and Asia for sale through our ecommerce channels and retail partners.

We are seeking a highly organised and commercially minded Buying Assistant to support our Homeware Buying Team in delivering innovative and profitable product ranges.

The Role

The Buying Assistant will play a key role in supporting product development, supplier management, stock planning, and range administration across our homeware categories. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in buying, product development, or merchandising within a fast\-paced retail environment.

Key ResponsibilitiesProduct \& Buying Support

• Assist buyers in developing and sourcing new homeware and gifting products.


• Research market trends, competitors, and emerging product opportunities.


• Maintain accurate product information and pricing within internal systems.


• Support product launches by coordinating samples, specifications, and photography requirements.


• Prepare reports, presentations, and range reviews for buying meetings.

• Liaise with UK and international suppliers regarding product specifications, pricing, lead times, and deliveries.


• Track purchase orders and monitor supplier performance.


• Assist in negotiating pricing and commercial terms where appropriate.


• Ensure all product compliance documentation is obtained and maintained.

• Monitor sales performance and stock levels.


• Produce weekly and monthly trading reports.


• Identify opportunities for replenishment, markdowns, or product optimisation.


• Support forecasting and demand planning activities.

• Raise and manage purchase orders.


• Maintain product databases and buying records.


• Coordinate product samples and showroom organisation.


• Ensure product information is accurate across all channels.

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.


• Excellent attention to detail.


• Confident using Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.


• Strong communication and relationship\-building skills.


• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.


• Commercial awareness and interest in retail trends.

• Previous experience in a buying, merchandising, retail, or product administration role.


• Experience working with homeware, giftware, interiors, or lifestyle products.


• Knowledge of ecommerce retail operations.


• Experience working with overseas suppliers.

• Passion for home interiors, gifting, and product trends.


• Curious and proactive approach to problem solving.


• Strong numerical and analytical skills.


• Positive team player with a willingness to learn.


• Ability to thrive in a fast\-paced entrepreneurial environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.


• Staff discount across group brands.


• Career development opportunities within buying and product management.


• Friendly and collaborative working environment.


• Opportunity to work with exciting home and lifestyle product ranges.

Dibor is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Work Location: In person

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