Buyer

JR United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer in the UK is seeking a Temporary Fashion Retail Buyer to join their Buying Department. This role involves developing and sourcing on-trend product ranges while driving profits and enhancing brand position. Candidates should have experience in fashion retail buying, a strong commercial mindset, and excellent negotiation skills. The position is based in Cardiff, offering a vibrant city experience with strong transport links.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Fashion Retail Buying role with a strong commercial mindset.
• Deep understanding of fabrics, garment construction, and the buying process.
• Proven track record of developing and trading highly commercial fashion ranges.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, sourcing, and delivering on-trend ranges.
• Plan and build a commercially balanced range, achieving margin targets.
• Drive product reviews and coordinate across departments.
• Source, select, and negotiate with suppliers.

Skills

Fashion Retail Buying experience

Commercial mindset

Understanding of fabrics and garment construction

Trend awareness

Excellent negotiation skills

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, looking for a new challenge, and keen 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 we love local shopping!

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

If you are passionate about the brand, 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 top your list! A vibrant city and the hub of South Wales, Cardiff has it all – from arts and culture, sports, shopping, and the great outdoors.
• Cardiff is blessed with an abundance of green spaces, sandy beaches, and breathtaking National Parks on our doorstep. Just 30 miles from Cardiff is Bannau Brycheiniog National Park offering spectacular scenery. We also have the sandy beaches of Barry Island, Ogmore-by-Sea, and Trecco Bay – perfect for a summer day!
• Cardiff offers an exciting social scene, with numerous places to eat from bistros to award-winning restaurants, and pubs and clubs where you can enjoy your style of music, whatever your taste.
• There are Arts, Music, and Drama venues staging famous plays, ballets, and operas – as well as iconic sporting venues hosting high-profile sporting 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 an on-trend and commercially focused range, whilst driving profit and enhancing the Peacocks brand position. You'll be part of our close-knit Head Office team, ensuring our ranges are commercially developed and delivered in line with our brand vision and strategy.

Responsibilities/Objectives:

• Plan and build a commercially balanced range, achieving margin targets as set by the company;
• Drive regular departmental product reviews, ensuring coordination across departments in terms of trends, looks, and color palettes;
• Operate an effective and timely product sign-off process, in line with the critical path and planning cycle;
• Take ownership of the critical path and deadlines, raising issues and communicating action plans as needed;
• Review and analyze sales data, identify top-performing products/lines, and make data-driven decisions for future lines and improvements;
• Source, select, and negotiate with suppliers to obtain optimal products, prices, and contract terms, leveraging supplier expertise to improve range and knowledge;
• Lead meetings at Director/Head level, ensuring key information is communicated and actions are completed within set timescales;
• 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 strong eye for print and pattern;
• A passion for trends and the ability to drive innovation in a fast-paced environment;
• Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to build strong relationships with suppliers;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, maintaining effective internal and external relationships;
• Proven track record of developing and trading highly commercial fashion ranges that exceed sales and profit targets.