Buyer PLT

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dynamic Buyer to join their vibrant team. This role involves managing daily operations within a major clothing department, ensuring high-quality product delivery to customers. You will work closely with senior management and various teams to drive international growth and respond to market trends. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a keen eye for fashion trends, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a creative and collaborative setting.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

Company share scheme

Flexible working hours

Life assurance

Free parking

Gym memberships

Employee assistance programs

Learning opportunities

Regular social events

Access to benefits via Reward Platform

Qualifications

• Experience as a Buyer or Junior Buyer is essential.
• Strong ability to manage multiple deadlines and workloads.

Responsibilities

• Developing products and propositions for business expansion.
• Collaborating with senior leadership to influence strategic planning.

Skills

Product Development

Market Analysis

Trend Awareness

Communication Skills

Team Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Fashion

Job description

We are currently looking for a Buyer to join our PrettyLittleThing team, focusing on one of our largest clothing departments within the brand. In this role, you'll be responsible for the daily operations of the department, ensuring all products are delivered to a high standard for our customers. As a Buyer, you will collaborate with the senior buying team and our experienced Buying Director, working closely with Design and Merchandising teams, managing open-to-buy, and undertaking trips to Europe and the Far East.

YOUR TEAM

Welcome to our world. We are PrettyLittleThing; a brand that dominates social media feeds with our cutting-edge aesthetic. We believe style should be accessible to all, regardless of budget, offering products inspired by the catwalk and current muses. Our customers trust us for trend-led pieces, celebrity-inspired looks, wardrobe staples, and party essentials.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

1. Developing products and propositions as the business expands.
2. Ensuring propositions support international growth and understanding the requirements of new markets.
3. Collaborating with the Senior Leadership team to influence strategic planning.
4. Communicating effectively with junior, assistant, and trainee buyers across the department.
5. Monitoring stock levels on individual lines.
6. Reporting key information during trading meetings to senior management.
7. Generating ideas for promotions and markdown strategies.
8. Managing stock levels according to KPIs and open-to-buy plans.
9. Responding to competitor analysis and market trends.
10. Completing buying trips within the UK and internationally as needed.
11. Working with marketing and eCommerce teams to maximize sales and ensure alignment with strategic goals.

MORE ABOUT YOU

You should have:

• Previous experience as a Buyer or Junior Buyer.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and workloads effectively.
• Strong industry knowledge and a keen eye for trends and commercial opportunities.
• Experience in supporting and developing team members.
• A positive, energetic approach that influences team morale.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levels.
• Willingness to travel as required.

WORKING WITH US

Success here requires a love for fast-paced work, adaptability, and a willingness to challenge the status quo. We empower our team with autonomy to learn and grow, fostering a creative and collaborative environment.

WHY JOIN US

We value our employees and offer a range of benefits, including:

• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Company share scheme
• Flexible working hours with late starts and early finishes on Fridays
• Life assurance, free parking, gym memberships, and classes
• Employee assistance programs and learning opportunities
• Regular social events and access to benefits via our Reward Platform “Beyond”