Assistant Buyer (Nightwear and Swimwear)

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Assistant Buyer, where your passion for fashion meets your organizational skills. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced Buyers, helping to shape customer-centric product ranges. With a focus on innovation and inclusivity, you'll play a key role in analyzing market trends and sales performance while collaborating with suppliers. Enjoy a hybrid working environment in Manchester, along with generous benefits including holiday, bonuses, and wellbeing support. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic retail landscape.

Benefits

24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Enhanced maternity and adoption leave

Company pension with up to 8% contribution

Wellbeing support including counselling services

Financial wellbeing support

Colleague discount across brands

Onsite café and local restaurant discounts

Life Assurance

Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in fashion or equivalent experience required.
• Strong interest in fashion and customer focus essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop customer-centric ranges with appropriate pricing and quality.
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate costs.
• Participate in buying meetings and product development.

Skills

Administrative Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Customer Focus

Fashion Knowledge

Retail Experience

Negotiation Skills

Education

Relevant Degree in Fashion

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N Brown

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Manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

05.05.2025

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19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Assistant Buyer (Nightwear and Swimwear)

Job details

Salary £26,500 Discipline Reference 021404

Here at N Brown, we champion inclusivity by making our customers look and feel amazing. We believe that age, size, shape, or background should not prevent anyone from feeling confident, stylish, and happy. With over 150 years of expertise, we create fashion that fits and break down barriers. We help customers express themselves through stylish products, services, and flexible finance. We are embracing innovation and technology to continue delighting our customers. Join our team to explore digital retail, innovate, and grow in a fast-paced environment. Your work will impact our business, careers, and customers’ lives. We are proud to be N Brown.

The Assistant Buyer Level 2 reports to a Buyer/Senior Buyer, working together to deliver the best ranges, with some buying responsibility as a stepping stone to becoming a Buyer. The role supports delivering profitable, customer-centric ranges and assists the buying team in daily tasks.

What you’ll be responsible for as an Assistant Buyer

1. Work with the Buyer or Senior Buyer to develop customer-centric ranges with appropriate pricing and quality standards
2. Manage supplier relationships and negotiate costs
3. Handle critical path management
4. Support the development and motivation of BAA’s under guidance
5. Assist in delivering margin targets
6. Participate in fashion range planning and support range building
7. Review weekly sales, focusing on best and worst sellers, and implement trade actions
8. Monitor fashion market and customer activity through competitive analysis
9. Attend fit sessions and contribute to product development
10. Participate in buying meetings
11. Review sales performance and product issues regularly
12. Conduct website checks for product setup issues and resolve them

What you will need to succeed as an Assistant Buyer

1. Relevant degree in fashion or equivalent experience
2. Excellent administrative, communication, and organizational skills
3. Strong interest in fashion and customer focus
4. Driven and motivated attitude
5. Retail experience is essential

What’s in it for you?

• 24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, with options to buy extra days
• Annual bonus scheme
• Enhanced maternity and adoption leave
• Company pension with up to 8% contribution
• Wellbeing support including counselling services
• Financial wellbeing support
• Colleague discount across N Brown brands
• Onsite café and local restaurant discounts
• Life Assurance and Private Medical Insurance
• Paid volunteer day

Ways of Working

• Hybrid working with flexible hours; location in Manchester City Centre
• 36.17 hours/week over 5 days, with flexible start/end times
• We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer

What happens when you apply?

We will acknowledge your application via email and aim to respond promptly. We appreciate your interest and wish you good luck! All roles may require a criminal record check; having a criminal record does not necessarily disqualify you.