Assistant Buyer - Own Brand Kidswear

The Very Group; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Liverpool is seeking an Assistant Buyer for Own Brand Kidswear, accountable for supplier relationships and range development. Ideal candidates should possess a strong understanding of buying, alongside methodical skills and a passion for product trends. The role offers a hybrid working model and various benefits, including a flexible benefits allowance and performance-related bonuses.

Benefits

Flexible, hybrid working model

27 days holiday + bank holidays

£250 flexible benefits allowance

Udemy learning access

Performance and business-related bonus potential

Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk

Matched pension up to 6%

Qualifications

• Experience as an Assistant Buyer or in a relevant profession.
• Ability to manage supplier relationships.
• Keen eye for product and trends.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships and develop commercial ranges.
• Produce reports on trends and forecasts.
• Deputize for Buying Manager in key meetings.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Commercial Awareness

Initiative

Job description

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Assistant Buyer - Own Brand Kidswear, Liverpool

Client: The Very Group

Location: Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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30

Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

Job Description:

About the role.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Buyer on Own Brand Kidswear. You’ll report directly into the Buying Manager and Junior Buyer for the area and manage a Buying Assistant, providing opportunities to further develop your skills.

Day-to-day responsibilities include managing supplier relationships, working closely with the design team to develop a commercial range suited to our customers, and producing reports on trends, forecasts, and opportunities for trade meetings.

We’re looking for an Assistant Buyer with experience at this level or transferable skills in a relevant profession, demonstrating a strong understanding and passion for Buying.

The ideal candidate should be methodical, passionate, possess strong communication skills, demonstrate initiative, have a keen eye for product, understand current market and competition, and have excellent attention to detail.

About you:

• Ability to deputise for the Buying Manager and Junior Buyer in key meetings.
• Effective liaison with Senior Management and clear articulation of category performance.
• Trading actions: identifying ways to improve best sellers and address worst sellers to minimize risk.
• UK supplier appointments and negotiations with managerial support.
• Critical path management, including product approvals and leading the garment fit process.
• Relationship management internally and externally to enhance commercial opportunities.
• Commercial awareness: keeping track of market trends, competitor activity, and price positioning.
• Weekly checks of imagery, pricing, and relevant copy.
• Managing a buying assistant, providing development and career growth opportunities.
• Sample management: chasing samples, collating fit samples, and liaising with VM teams for product visibility.

Benefits include:

• Flexible, hybrid working model
• Inclusive culture and environment (check Glassdoor reviews)
• £250 flexible benefits allowance
• 27 days holiday + bank holidays
• Udemy learning access
• Performance and business-related bonus potential
• Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk
• Matched pension up to 6%
• Additional benefits on our career site

How to apply:

Please note that the talent acquisition team manages this vacancy directly. Successful applicants will undergo credit, CIFAS, Right to Work, and possibly DBS checks. If you have any disclosures related to these checks, including unspent criminal convictions, please inform the team prior to assessments.