Buyer - Ladies Apparel

About Our Client

Our client is an established ladies fashion retailer based in the West Midlands area looking for a talented individual to join and support the Buying team as a Buyer. The company continues to design and develop products for a broad range of consumers, seeking to bring the correct look and fit for customers of all ages by utilising the highest quality fabrics and raw materials to ensure that the product fits beautifully and performs well.

Job Description

• Work as part of the overall buying team to develop an exceptional range in line with the brand strategy.
• Create and develop a given range of products that is on trend, commercial, and in line with the company's brand image.
• Lead and develop a team.
• Manage and maintain the critical path.
• Analyze market and competitor trends.
• Present proposals for future range development.
• Lead supplier meetings, including communications, negotiating prices, minimum quantities, lead times, and range finalisation meetings.

The Successful Applicant

• Passion for product, balanced with an understanding of the need for commercial acumen.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Supplier management experience.
• Resilient and adaptable to fast-changing environments.
• Knowledgeable in market trends and the competitor landscape for the product area.
• Continuous improvement in the role, with a desire to develop.
• Takes accountability to ensure that own and team targets are met.
• Ability to demonstrate problem solving and provide resolution in a fast-paced environment.
• Minimizes cost and maximizes profit.

What's on Offer

Salary up to £45 DOE
Free parking and close to transport links.
Progression opportunities.
Discount on product.