Apparel Buyer – Sports Fashion & Brand Strategy

JD Group; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in the UK is seeking a dedicated professional to manage the buying function for apparel. You will negotiate with brands, analyze sales data, and drive sales strategies. The ideal candidate will have essential experience in buying branded goods and a strong understanding of current sports fashion trends. You will also manage budgets and contribute to presentations for trade meetings. This position offers opportunities for professional development and collaboration across multiple brands.

Benefits

Development linked to your role

Opportunity to work across multi-brands

Qualifications

• Experience of buying Sports Fashion is advantageous.
• Experience of buying branded goods is essential.
• Be able to exercise a high degree of analytical and numerical skills.
• Organisational skills are essential.
• A creative and trend led individual.

Responsibilities

• Representing the Buying function on Apparel.
• Negotiation with selected brands re trading terms and conditions.
• Managing budgets and OTB on in seasons and forward budgets.
• Preparation and presentation of performance in trade meetings.

Skills

Experience of buying branded goods

Strong understanding of sports fashion trends

Analytical and numerical skills

Fully literate in Microsoft Office

Organisational skills

Job description

A leading retail company in the UK is seeking a dedicated professional to manage the buying function for apparel. You will negotiate with brands, analyze sales data, and drive sales strategies. The ideal candidate will have essential experience in buying branded goods and a strong understanding of current sports fashion trends. You will also manage budgets and contribute to presentations for trade meetings. This position offers opportunities for professional development and collaboration across multiple brands.