Buyer

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer is seeking a Temporary Fashion Retail Buyer to join their Buying Department. The role involves developing and delivering on-trend fashion ranges, negotiating with suppliers, and collaborating across departments to align products with brand strategy. Ideal candidates will have experience in fashion buying, a strong commercial mindset, and excellent negotiation skills. This position offers a vibrant work environment in Cardiff with a focus on career advancement.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Fashion Retail Buying role with a focus on profit.
• Deep understanding of garment construction and buying processes.
• Strong negotiation skills to build supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Plan and build a balanced product range achieving margin targets.
• Drive product reviews ensuring trend coordination.
• Source and negotiate with suppliers for optimal products.

Skills

Fashion Retail Buying experience

Commercial mindset

Negotiation skills

Understanding of fabrics and garment construction

Trend awareness

Strong communication skills

Job description

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We are currently looking to recruit an ambitious, driven, and highly motivated Temporary Fashion Retail Buyer to join our Buying Department.

If you are passionate about the brand, seeking a new challenge, and eager to further your career in an exciting, fast-paced Head Office Retail environment, then Peacocks is the brand for you.

We love our customers and support local shopping!

Whether she’s a busy Mum looking for budget-friendly fashion, a guy wanting the ultimate BBQ shirt, or a fashion lover seeking the latest trends, we aim to offer wearable style for all the family on their local High Street.

If you are passionate about the brand and looking for a new challenge, then Peacocks is the place for you!

You will be based at our modern, purpose-built Head Office in the vibrant city centre of Cardiff. Cardiff is an accessible city with strong transport links, and London is only 2 hours away by train.

What’s in Cardiff?

• If you are considering relocation, Cardiff should be at the top of your list! A vibrant city and the hub of South Wales, Cardiff offers arts and culture, sports, shopping, and outdoor activities.
• Cardiff boasts green spaces, sandy beaches, and nearby National Parks like Bannau Brycheiniog, just 30 miles away, offering spectacular scenery. Beaches such as Barry Island, Ogmore-by-Sea, and Trecco Bay are perfect for summer days.
• Cardiff provides an exciting social scene with numerous dining options from bistros to award-winning restaurants, along with pubs and clubs catering to diverse musical tastes.
• The city hosts arts, music, and drama venues with plays, ballets, and operas, as well as iconic sporting venues with high-profile events.

Whatever you are looking for, you will find it here in South Wales!

The role

As a Buyer, you will assist in developing, sourcing, and delivering on-trend and commercially focused ranges, driving profit and enhancing the Peacocks brand. You will be part of our close-knit Head Office team, ensuring our ranges align with our brand vision and strategy.

Responsibilities/Objectives:

• Plan and build a commercially balanced range, achieving margin targets set by the company;
• Drive regular departmental product reviews, ensuring coordination across departments regarding trends, looks, and color palettes;
• Operate an effective and timely product sign-off process, in line with critical path and planning cycle;
• Take ownership of the critical path, ensuring deadlines are met, issues are raised, and action plans are communicated and implemented;
• Review and analyze sales data, identify top-performing products, and make data-driven decisions for future lines and improvements;
• Source, select, and negotiate with suppliers to obtain optimal products, prices, and contract terms, utilizing supplier expertise to improve range and knowledge;
• Lead meetings at Director/Head level, ensuring effective communication and timely completion of actions;
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure successful launch of new product lines, seasonal collections, and initiatives;
• Work with the merchandising team to monitor and control trade, ensuring stock turn, margin targets, and profit levels are achieved.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience in a Fashion Retail Buying role with a strong commercial mindset;
• Deep understanding of fabrics, garment construction, and the buying process, with a keen eye for print and pattern;
• A passion for trends and the ability to drive innovation in a fast-paced environment;
• Excellent negotiation skills and relationship-building with suppliers;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, maintaining effective internal and external relationships;
• Proven success in developing and trading highly commercial fashion ranges that exceed sales and profit targets.