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Emma Carlton

Buying and Merchandising Manager

Working at Bensons

How long have you worked at/with Bensons for? 10 years

Why Bensons for Beds?  

Bensons is a renowned retailer in the UK, who puts the customer first; creating products which are innovative, great quality and affordable. Who wouldn’t want to work for a company like this?!

Expertise

What do you specialise in?

Pillows and Duvets

Relevant qualifications

HND in Business Studies

Industry experience

I have gained a wealth of experience from setting up products to managing a team and for the last 6 years working within the Buying team. Prior to this I worked at CSL (now Sofology) for 8 years; so, you could say retail has always been in my blood.

What Emma’s colleagues have to say about her…

Pam JohnsonHead of Buying

Pam Johnson

“Emma is a fundamental part of the Bensons’ team, her wealth of breadth and knowledge is invaluable. Emma’s drive, determination, and tenacity ensures we provide our customers with the market leading products to suit our customer individual needs, at great value prices. ”

Mattress Toppers Versus Mattress Protectors - What's the difference?
August 5, 2022-Emma Carlton

Mattress Toppers Versus Mattress Protectors - What's the difference?

Did you know that a mattress protector isn’t the same thing as a mattress topper? No? Well you could well be one of the many people that mistakenly purchased a mattress protector, when in fact, you needed a mattress topper, or vice versa. What is a mattress topper? First things first, what is this wonder product that everyone’s talking [...]
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Perfect Pillows and Delightful Duvets: Discover our New Collections
September 29, 2022-Emma Carlton

Perfect Pillows and Delightful Duvets: Discover our New Collections

When it comes to choosing a new bedroom set, pillows and duvets are often the last thing on your mind – but they shouldn’t be. These uncelebrated heroes of the bed world shouldn’t just be tossed aside, figuratively, or literally (no, they should be put away neatly in a  storage box when not in [...]
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Neck Pain? 5 Ways to Support Your Neck Better
September 20, 2022-Emma Carlton

Neck Pain? 5 Ways to Support Your Neck Better

Most of us have suffered from neck pain at some point in our lives. From a cricked neck or pinched nerve that gives us a few days of niggling discomfort to a more serious injury which results in months or even years of trouble, neck pain can be, well, a real pain in the neck. Whether you’re [...]
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Will Memory Foam Pillows be a Good Choice for You?
September 22, 2022-Emma Carlton

Will Memory Foam Pillows be a Good Choice for You?

Most of us give little thought to choosing a pillow. We grab an affordable two pack at the supermarket, bung it in our trolley and go on our merry way. We’re oblivious to the fact that the right pillow, well cared for, is extremely important to our sleep. We barely consider whether that cheap and cheerful pillow [...]
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product care
Why and When to Replace Your Pillows
November 25, 2022-Emma Carlton

Why and When to Replace Your Pillows

A pillow is a personal thing. You’ve probably chosen yours especially for comfort and worn it in over long nights of, admittedly, not that hard work. Now old snuggler is perfectly moulded to your head. You know exactly where to place him, just when to flip him and you’ve got the right pillowcases [...]
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