Buyer - high street fashion brand - FTC

Legacy London Recruitment; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Buyer to join their team for a 9-month fixed-term contract. In this role, you will leverage your negotiation skills to source and select suppliers, ensuring the best products and prices are obtained. You will collaborate with various departments to launch new product lines and monitor sales data to make informed decisions. This position is perfect for someone passionate about trends and thriving in a fast-paced environment. Join a high street fashion brand and make a significant impact on their purchasing strategy.

Qualifications

• Experience in a buying role with a focus on retail and apparel.
• Strong negotiation skills with suppliers for optimal pricing.

Responsibilities

• Source and negotiate with suppliers for optimal products and prices.
• Collaborate with departments for successful product launches.

Skills

Supplier Negotiation

Data Analysis

Trend Awareness

Communication Skills

Education

Experience in Buying Role

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Buyer to join an amazing high street fashion brand on a 9-month fixed-term contract.

Responsibilities:

1. Source, select, and negotiate with suppliers to obtain optimal products, prices, and contract terms, leveraging supplier expertise to enhance range and knowledge.
2. Lead meetings with Directors/Heads ensuring effective communication and timely completion of actions.
3. Collaborate with other departments to ensure successful launch of new product lines, seasonal collections, and initiatives.
4. Work with the merchandising team to monitor and control trade, ensuring stock turnover, margin targets, and profit levels are achieved.
5. Review and analyze sales data to identify top-performing products and make data-driven decisions for future lines and improvements.

About You:

1. Experience in a buying role.
2. Willing to work in the office 5 days a week.
3. Passionate about trends and excelling in fast-paced environments.
4. Skilled in negotiating with suppliers for the best value, costs, and lead times.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Purchasing
• Industries: Retail, Apparel, Fashion