Assistant Buyer

Mint Velvet

High Wycombe

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company-funded private health insurance

Discretionary bonus scheme

50% staff discount

Interest-free Season ticket loan

Bespoke induction support

Summer hours – 3pm finishes every Friday

Job summary

A retail fashion company is looking for an Associate Buyer in High Wycombe to source and develop a commercial range. The role requires a creative passion, strong commercial awareness, and the ability to build relationships. You will manage supplier meetings and analyze trade reports while contributing to a growing business with competitive rewards and career prospects.

Qualifications

Demonstrate authentic creative passion and an eye for product.
Ability to think creatively and logically while processing diverse information.
Strong commercial awareness with financial understanding.

Responsibilities

Source, develop, and buy a commercial range to maximize sales.
Understand the customer and brand handwriting.
Manage relationships within teams and suppliers.
Prepare and present weekly performance and delivery schedule meetings.
Drive decision-making by reviewing bulk independently.

Skills

Creative passion and eye for product

Strong commercial awareness

Confident communication

Ability to build strong relationships

Resilience and adaptability

Job description

Company Overview

Mint Velvet began when founders Liz Houghton and Lisa Agar-Rea set out to create an unfailingly chic collection of contemporary, great quality staples and elevated fits that they felt were missing from their wardrobes. Feeling frustrated that they couldn’t find anything they wanted to wear, or the great customer service they craved, they started fusing relaxed comfort with glamorous yet wearable fashion trends. Relaxed Glamour was born. As collaborative creatives, we take untold pride in our work, designing with heart and soul. We want to be a force for good and are committed to becoming a more circular and responsible business, from the fabrics we choose to our considered processes. We are an agile and growing business, and we work hard to create an environment which allows for growth and progression, balanced with the support and flexibility needed to meet the challenge of a high-performance culture. Our leadership teams and founders sit amongst the teams and encourage a culture of balance and passion. MV is a very special place, and our values are anchored by three main pillars: people, planet, and community.

Values

With Soul
Courage & Resilience
Passion & Drive
Entrepreneurial Spirit
Collaborative

The Role

Sourcing, developing and buying a commercial range that maximises sales and profit with your Senior Buyer
Having a clear understanding of the MV customer and brand handwriting, as well as demonstrating knowledge of what our competitors are doing on the high street
Taking responsibility and ownership of your area, demonstrating your influence on the range build
Maintaining and developing strong relationships within the Buying & Merchandising teams and Suppliers
Managing the upkeep of critical path
Managing the smooth running of fit sessions
Preparing and presenting weekly department performance and delivery schedule meetings
Attending Supplier meetings and ensuring these are documented and followed through
Reviewing bulk independently and driving decision making
Sample management
Preparing for Shoots, ensuring your product is styled to get the best shot of your range
Independently analysing Trade reports, discussing key points and actions with your Buyer
Source and select trims for Buyer's approval

What You'll Have

You will demonstrate an authentic creative passion and eye for product and emerging trends, proactive in seeking out your own inspiration. You have the ability to think both creatively and logically, processing information from a range of sources while keeping an eye on the bigger picture. You have strong commercial awareness and financial understanding, as well as affinity with product.
You’ll be a confident communicator, who takes a collaborative approach- focussing on building strong relationships. You will be resilient, adaptable and open to constructive feedback. You demonstrate courage to back your decision, try new things and challenge where necessary.
You are excited to learn the business from its heart, developing the commercial thinking and creative flair to help you develop and buy the season’s must-haves.
You are naturally curious in your approach and focus on solutions not problems and you consistently role model our Mint Velvet brand values.

You'll Be Rewarded With

Competitive starting salary and great career prospects in a fast paced and growing business
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Company-funded private health insurance
Discretionary bonus scheme
50% staff discount
Interest-free Season ticket loan
Bespoke induction support and ongoing development to help you thrive in your new role
Summer hours – 3pm finishes every Friday throughout June, July & August
A welcoming and inspiring work-environment – social activities, an early finish on pay day and more

Seniority Level