Fashion Buyer

Zachary Daniels; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion brand in Leeds is seeking an experienced Buyer to join their creative team. The role involves shaping product strategies, inspiring junior team members, and building supplier relationships to deliver unique clothing collections. Ideal candidates thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about creativity and commercial success.

Benefits

Car Allowance

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Hybrid & Flexible Working

Qualifications

• Experience as a Buyer with a multi-product background.
• Ability to inspire and lead junior team members.
• Passion for product development and customer-oriented design.

Responsibilities

• Develop product strategies that blend commercial knowledge with brand flair.
• Oversee department performance and motivate direct reports.
• Collaborate with merchandising for optimal seasonal buys.

Skills

Commercial Acumen

Creativity

Supplier Relationship Management

Trend Analysis

Team Leadership

Job description

BUYER LEEDS FASHION WITH A TWIST HYBRID WORKING SALARY GBP40,000 - GBP50,000

• Salary up to GBP50,000 DOE
• Car Allowance
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Hybrid & Flexible Working

A uniquely spirited fashion brand based in the heart of Leeds, known for creating original, feel-good clothing that dares to be different. We're on the hunt for an experienced Buyer who thrives in a creative, fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering stand-out product ranges that break the mould.

This is more than just a job - it's a chance to be part of a brand that celebrates individuality, boldness, and adventure through every collection.You'll work closely with our talented design and merchandising teams to bring unforgettable product stories to life each season.

AS OUR BUYER, YOU WILL:

• Be a key driver in our product strategy - blending commercial know-how with that unmistakable Joe Browns flair.
• Inspire and develop junior team members (BAAs, ABs & JBs), helping them carve out exciting career paths.
• Constantly challenge the status quo and seek smarter, more efficient ways of working across the team.
• Build and shape ranges that are eclectic, vibrant, and always customer-first.
• Onboard and nurture supplier relationships - we work globally, and you'll need a multi-product background to match.
• Be hands-on with trend, print, shape, and colour - maintaining our bestsellers while constantly pushing newness.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Building clear, commercial strategies from lessons learnt and trading data to drive sales and product improvements.
• Overseeing your department's performance, holding direct reports accountable while offering daily support and motivation.
• Collaborating with Merchandising to build and plan OTB, pricing architectures, and well-balanced seasonal buys.
• Working across long and short lead supply chains - both Far East and closer to home.
• Driving fabric innovation and sourcing, including sustainable fabrications and trims
• Taking ownership of Monday Trade, launch planning, and stock management to ensure timely, impactful product drops.
• Forecasting volume programmes, conducting cross-costing exercises, and identifying margin opportunities.
• Attending design and trend meetings to ensure we stay one step ahead - with a product range as bold as our customer.
• This is a role for someone who's passionate about product, thrives on creativity, and has the commercial acumen to deliver results - all while staying true to the unapologetically individual brand!

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