Buyer - Sportswear

TN United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing specialist clothing provider seeks a Buyer with a passion for Sportswear. This exciting role involves collaborating with teams to launch new products while managing stock levels and supplier relationships. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, with a hybrid work model after probation. Join an innovative company where your contributions will directly impact product offerings and customer satisfaction. If you have experience in buying and a keen interest in sports, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Buyer or Assistant Buyer.
• Experience of Clothing or Sportswear is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Understand seasonal trends to forecast accurately.
• Deal with back orders and replenishment requests.
• Monitor supplier lead times and sales events.

Skills

Experience in Buying

Knowledge of Sportswear

Forecasting Skills

Stock Management

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Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- East of England -- Hertfordshire -- Hemel Hempstead

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
31 May 2024

A Buyer with experience of Sportswear or Clothing is required by a growing specialist clothing provider based in Hemel Hempstead. The successful candidate will work with various teams to launch new products while also providing support to the wider group buying team. A salary of up to £34,000 + Benefits is available.

This position will be hybrid based following probation with 2 days in the office.

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Understand seasonal trends to forecast accurately, whilst ensuring that supplier lead times and sales events are monitored.
- To accurately deal with all back orders and replenishment requests and promptly to ensure the required levels of stock are available for transfer in good time.
- Limit potential stock issues.
- Critical path experience

REQUIREMENTS
Previous experience as a Buyer / Assistant Buyer or Merchandiser
Experience of Clothing / Sportswear / Leisurewear is highly desirable.
A keen interest in Sports.

SALARY:
Up to £34,000 + Benefits

LOCATION:
Hemel Hempstead / Hertfordshire
Commute from Watford / Hemel Hempstead / Dunstable / Luton / Bedfordshire