Assistant Buyer - Footwear

FOOTASYLUM; Rochdale; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading omni-channel retailer in the UK is seeking an Assistant Buyer for the Footwear team. The role involves supporting the buying strategy, collaborating with brands, and driving sales growth across stores and online. The ideal candidate will be driven and ambitious, with experience in a buying role and strong analytical skills.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Creative work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a Buying role required.

Responsibilities

• Support in the creation of the seasonal Buying Strategy.
• Assist in seasonal buying meetings with brands.
• Monitor business performance continuously.

Skills

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Description

We are hiring an Assistant Buyer to work within the Footwear team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ranges directly impacting sales across our stores and websites, ultimately contributing to the growth of the business.

Responsibilities

• Support in the creation of the seasonal Footasylum Buying Strategy for your Product Division through research and analytics.
• Assist in seasonal buying meetings with 3rd Party brands and Own Brands, aligning with key stakeholders (e.g., Merchandising, Other Divisions, GPM, Marketing).
• Support in SMU creation with relevant brands for your Product Division.
• Manage the seasonal Product File for defined brands, including leading seasonal sign-offs (e.g., Pricing, Distribution).
• Maintain ongoing contact with 3rd Party Brands out of buying seasons to meet Footasylum product needs and foster positive relationships.
• Assist in developing direct reports and junior team members through coaching and HR tools (PDPs, Check-Ins).
• Lead research into consumer and brand trends in your Product Division, sharing insights with relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor business performance continuously and implement relevant action plans.

About you

We seek passionate individuals who wish to develop their careers. We encourage a mindset to "Defy Ordinary".

You will be driven, ambitious, and motivated, working closely with Buyers to support the buying strategy and achieve business goals within your product division. Collaborating with 3rd Party and Own Brands, you will help ensure the presence of top brands and relevant products in Footasylum Stores and on the Ecommerce site.

Requirements include experience in a Buying role and strong Excel and Power BI skills.

Why Footasylum?

We are a leading omni-channel retailer in the UK and a great place to work. We value your development and provide training to help you grow personally and professionally.

Our environment is fun and creative, focused on your success with the right tools, support, and opportunities to achieve your goals.

Diversity

We value diversity for the different perspectives it brings, helping us serve colleagues and customers better. It fosters happy teams eager to learn and inspired by diverse experiences.

Recruitment Process

Applications are reviewed individually. If suitable, you'll be invited for an informal chat via call or Teams to discuss the role and your fit.

We promote open and honest conversations, aiming to help you learn more about the opportunity and share why you're interested in this career step.

Note: This role is not remote; attendance at Head Office in Greater Manchester is expected in a hybrid arrangement.