Goldsmiths Assistant Buyer

The Watches of Switzerland Group; Leicester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme 24/7

Virtual GP service 24/7

Share Save Scheme

Birthday Off

Wellbeing Tools

Generous Discount Scheme

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Job summary

The Watches of Switzerland Group in Leicester is seeking an Assistant Buyer to join our Jewellery Buying Team. You will support the Buyer to drive commercial performance, shape compelling product ranges and bring exciting newness to the department.

This is a fast-paced luxury retail environment where you will develop skills in trade analysis, negotiation, range planning and cross-functional collaboration while building a buying career.

Qualifications

• Proven success at Buyers Admin or Assistant Buyer level, with the ambition to take the next step in your career.
• A strong eye for product, trend, and innovation.
• Confidence managing multiple priorities while staying organised and solutions-focused.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to work within budgets while spotting opportunities for profitable growth.
• The ability to coach, motivate, and contribute to a high-performing team culture.
• Experience helping to shape and plan retail ranges.
• Confidence preparing and presenting range and product proposals.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Buyer to drive commercial performance and shape compelling product ranges.
• Bring exciting newness to the department and contribute to range planning and product development.
• Develop skills in trade analysis, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration.

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for an Assistant Buyer to join our Jewellery Buying Team. You will support the Buyer to drive commercial performance, shape compelling product ranges and bring exciting newness to the department.

This is a great opportunity to build a buying career in a fast-paced luxury retail environment, developing your skills in trade analysis, negotiation, range planning, product development and cross-functional collaboration.

About You

• Proven success at Buyers Admin or Assistant Buyer level, with the ambition to take the next step in your career.
  A strong eye for product, trend, and innovation.
• Confidence managing multiple priorities while staying organised and solutions-focused.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to work within budgets while spotting opportunities for profitable growth.
• The ability to coach, motivate, and contribute to a high-performing team culture.
• Experience helping to shape and plan retail ranges.
• Confidence preparing and presenting range and product proposals.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

About us

Did you know we're a FTSE-250 retail company employing nearly 3,000 people across the UK, Europe, and the United States. We're the UK's leading luxury watch specialist in the UK with a significant presence in the US and a complementary jewellery offering. At the last count we have over 190 showrooms across the UK, US and Europe, including 77 dedicated mono-brand boutiques in partnership with brands such as Rolex, OMEGA, TAG Heuer and Breitling plus seven-e-commerce websites!

Our success is based on strong, long-standing partnerships with the most prestigious luxury watch brands, supported by impactful marketing and powered by leading-edge technology to provide our clients with a modern, distinctive luxury experience. This is underpinned by our people, who are highly trained and motivated to deliver exceptional client experience whilst building inclusive teams.

Watches of Switzerland Group has moved our headquarters to a new, state-of-the‑art office in Carlton Park, Leicester. The new 75,000 square foot office is located just outside of Leicester city centre and is home to over 500 employees. Surrounded by 32 acres of woodlands with facilities such as a mini market, team lounges, a multi‑faith room and a parent room.

Our clients love us for our exceptional client experience, expertise, and approachability. Our clients are at the heart of everything that we do – we love to wow our clients and make every interaction with us special and memorable.

Some of our benefits

• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• 24/7 Virtual GP service
• Share Save Scheme
• Enjoy your Birthday Off
• Free Wellbeing Tools
• Generous Discount Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Pay

At Watches of Switzerland Group, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment that embraces employees' unique backgrounds and perspectives. Your application will be reviewed anonymously, focusing solely on your qualifications, skills and experience.

Discover more about New Roles, Life at Watches of Switzerland Group, Our People & more here: Watches of Switzerland Group PLC: LinkedIn