Buyer

BoF Careers; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the fashion industry is seeking a Buyer to join their creative team. The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial eye, experience in fashion retail, and a passion for product quality. Responsibilities include managing product timelines, collaborating with teams, and analyzing market trends. The role offers a dynamic environment with flexible working hours and various perks, including a bi-annual bonus and generous leave policies.

Benefits

Bi-annual bonus scheme

25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays)

Extra day off for your birthday

Flexible working hours

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced maternity and sick pay

40% staff discount

Healthcare Cashplan

Free onsite gym

Social events

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Buyer, Merchandiser or Account manager in fashion retail (3+ years).
• Strong understanding of fashion trends, fabrics, and garment construction.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyse fashion trends, market activity, and customer preferences.
• Manage the end-to-end critical path to ensure product lands at the right time.
• Collaborate with trading and marketing teams to maximise sales performance.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Fashion Buying

Degree in Fashion Merchandising

Degree in Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Buying/Planning Software

Job description

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The Role

We are looking for a different kind of fashion buyer...

You could be a seasoned buyer who’s been there, done that and looking for a new challenge. Or maybe you’re a product-savvy merchandiser who wants to get closer to the product.

This role is for the buyer or merchandiser who wants their next move to mean something. Our team is creative, collaborative, and allergic to the corporate rulebook.

You’re obsessed with how product comes to life. You notice fabric quality and silhouette before price point. You have a sixth sense for what’s next and thrive in a fast-paced growing team.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Research and analyse fashion trends, market activity, and customer preferences.
• Manage the end-to-end critical path to ensure product lands at the right time and ensure the workflow runs smoothly.
• Assign retail prices, quantities, and size ranges for all Club L London products.
• Work closely with the wider product team including design, merchandising, and marketing teams to align collections.
• Support the CEO and Head of Product to deliver a balanced range across fabric, shape, and colours.
• Be responsible for the range plan and ensure all data is accurate.
• Manage and develop supplier relationships with our existing and growing global supply base.
• Collaborate with the trading and marketing teams to identify and implement strategies that maximise sales performance and market impact.
• Manage the Product admin assistant to ensure product creation and attribution are correct.
• Monitor sales performance, adjust buying strategies, and react to customer demand.
• Have a strong commercial eye and understand the brand's vision to support business growth.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Buyer, Merchandiser or Account manager in fashion retail (3+ years).
• A creative eye, commercial instinct, and a love for elevated product.
• Strong understanding of fashion trends, fabrics, and garment construction.
• Excellent communication, analytical skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to problem solve and work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Identify new ways of working that fit the business as it continues to grow.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and buying/planning software.
• Degree in Fashion Buying, Fashion Merchandising, Business, or related field is preferred.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.

What's on offer?

• Bi-annual bonus scheme
• 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Extra day off for your birthday
• Flexible working hours around core hours of 10-4
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity and sick pay
• 40% staff discount
• Healthcare Cashplan
• Free onsite gym
• Social events

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

• Advertising Services