Graduate Buyer & Product Developer

Brand Addition; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Graduate mentoring

Global exposure

Hybrid work

Wellbeing programme

Brand exposure

Career progression

Job summary

Brand Addition is seeking a recent graduate to join our Buying Team to gain hands-on experience across global sourcing, supplier management, product development and commercial negotiation. You'll work alongside experienced buyers, develop supplier relationships across Europe and the Far East, and manage products from concept and sourcing through to production and delivery.

This graduate role offers a clear development pathway within a global business, with hybrid working and exposure to leading

Qualifications

• Recent graduate from any degree discipline.
• Interest in buying, procurement, product development, supply chain or commercial business functions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Commercial awareness and interest in how products are sourced, developed and brought to market.
• Confidence communicating with suppliers, colleagues and stakeholders at all levels.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and developing a wide range of products with the Buying Team.
• Building supplier relationships across Europe and the Far East.
• Negotiating with suppliers to balance quality, service and cost.
• Managing products through development to production and delivery.
• Collaborating with sales, design and client-facing teams to bring ideas to market.
• Reviewing product specifications, samples and quality requirements.
• Monitoring market trends and identifying new suppliers and opportunities.
• Analyzing costs and product data to support decisions.
• Supporting project management to ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Commercial awareness

Organisational skills

Supplier communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (any discipline)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis

Job description

Are you looking to build a career in buying, sourcing and product development with a global business?

At Brand Addition, we're more than a promotional merchandise company. We partner with some of the world's most recognised brands to design, source and deliver innovative products that make a lasting impact. From premium apparel and bags to automotive accessories, technology items and branded merchandise, we develop products that combine quality, functionality and commercial value.

We're looking for ambitious graduates who are commercially minded, curious and eager to learn. This is an exciting opportunity to join our Buying Team and gain hands-on experience across global sourcing, supplier management, product development and commercial negotiation.

Working alongside experienced buyers, you'll develop valuable skills and take ownership of projects from an early stage, helping deliver products for leading international brands.

What You'll Be Doing

• Working closely with our Buying Team to source and develop a wide range of products, including premium apparel, bags, headwear, automotive products and branded merchandise.
• Building relationships with suppliers across Europe and the Far East to identify opportunities, drive innovation and achieve commercial objectives.
• Supporting supplier negotiations to secure the best combination of quality, service and cost.
• Managing products through every stage of the development process, from concept and sourcing through to production and delivery.
• Collaborating with sales, design and client-facing teams to bring new product ideas to market.
• Reviewing product specifications, samples and quality requirements to ensure products meet client expectations.
• Monitoring market trends, identifying new suppliers and exploring innovative product opportunities.
• Analysing costs and product data to support commercial decision-making.
• Supporting project management activities to ensure products are delivered on time and to specification.

What We're Looking For

• A recent graduate from any degree discipline.
• An interest in buying, procurement, product development, supply chain or commercial business functions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate information and make sound decisions.
• Commercial awareness and an interest in how products are sourced, developed and brought to market.
• Confidence communicating with suppliers, colleagues and stakeholders at all levels.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive attitude, willingness to learn and desire to build a long-term career within buying and sourcing.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and data analysis would be advantageous.

What We Offer

At Brand Addition, you'll gain exposure to international supply chains, supplier management, product development and commercial buying from day one.

This role offers a clear development pathway within a global organisation, supported by experienced professionals who will help you build your skills and accelerate your career.

Benefits

• Structured graduate development and mentoring.
• Career progression opportunities within a global business.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Exposure to international suppliers and global sourcing projects.
• Wellbeing support and employee benefits programme.
• Opportunity to work with some of the world's leading consumer brands.

Why Join Brand Addition?

This is more than a graduate role. It's an opportunity to develop commercial expertise, build global supplier relationships and gain hands-on experience in a fast-moving international business.

If you're ambitious, driven and excited by the challenge of bringing great products to market, we'd love to hear from you.