Assistant Buyer Brands Menswear

Next Careers; Leicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer in Leicester is seeking an Assistant Buyer to join their dynamic team. You will support the buying process for the Menswear Premium range, managing product development while maximizing sales opportunities. Ideal candidates should have a proven track record in buying, strong analytical and communication skills, and be trend-focused. This full-time role is an excellent opportunity to grow within a fast-paced fashion environment, collaborating with multiple exciting brands.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Assistant Buyer.
• Ability to manage multiple product ranges effectively.
• Strong analytical and planning skills required.
• Trend-driven with experience in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the buying, developing, and reviewing of seasonal merchandise.
• Maintain product systems accurately and meet critical deadlines.
• Build strong relationships with brands and the supply base.
• Identify market trends and streamline product development.

Skills

Analytical skills

Planning skills

Trend identification

Communication skills

Job description

Description

About the Role

Working as part of a dynamic and experienced team this role is a great opportunity to join a key part of Next Brands team with a focus on Menswear Premium range. We are looking to recruit an Assistant Buyer who is passionate and hardworking and who will play a pivotal part in our continued growth and development.

Youll be joining the Brands buying team offering them key support for the buying developing and reviewing of seasonal ranges from the brand mix in the department. Youll have key responsibilities at every stage of the process from product development to trading the ranges in season to maximise sales opportunities considering everything from market shifts to new and emerging fashion trends. Youll be responsible for accurately maintaining product systems and ensuring critical dates and deadlines are met. Youll also build productive and strong relationships with the brands and supply base as well as provide support and development opportunities across the department.

About you

The role requires the ability to manage multiple product ranges effectively and a clear understanding of our brand DNA. You should ideally be an experienced Assistant Buyer with strong analytical and planning skills. You will need to be trend driven have experience working in a fast paced environment and be able to take ownership for part of the range. You should be able to easily identify the latest trends for this category and have a comprehensive understanding of the market competition.

A proven track record in identifying opportunities to streamline the critical path and trade ranges in-season is crucial. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal are necessary for effective collaboration. An enthusiastic attitude and a team-player mindset are valued attributes in this role. We would ideally like to bring in an Assistant Buyer with expert knowledge in this industry!

Are you an Account Manager looking to transfer into Buying We are looking for an experienced candidate that would like to work with multiple exciting brands within Brands at Next - building strong relationships strategic mindset and love for product.

Your team

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Assistant Buyer to join the Brands team at Next. This team is full of industry experts who live and breathe all things Fashion. This role will be a platform for an experienced self motivated Assistant Buyer to embrace the challenge of working with a successful and very fast paced department. You will be responsible for planning and buying the product. The job would be based in our Leicester office.

Sponsorship

Candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship for this role will be required to meet the Home Office sponsorship requirements. For further information please see: encourage early applications for our roles as our recruitment process begins as soon as the role is advertised. If we successfully fill the position this advert may close earlier than planned.

Employment Type

Full-Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1