Jewellery Assistant Buyer

Watches of Switzerland Group; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury retail company in Leicester is seeking an Assistant Buyer to join their Buying Team. Responsibilities include analyzing trade reports, managing negotiations, and liaising with stakeholders to develop product ranges. The ideal candidate will have a flair for product innovation, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities. This position offers a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to contribute to product development.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to manage and coach a team to deliver results.
• Strong analytical skills to analyze weekly trade reports.
• Capacity to engage with stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Analyze weekly trade reports under the guidance of the Buyer.
• Present findings to the wider team and manage product negotiations.
• Liaise with necessary internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Flair for product, trend and innovation

Ability to co‑ordinate competing priorities

Ability to work within a budget

Experience in preparing range proposals

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Job Description

Here at Watches of Switzerland Group we are looking for an Assistant Buyer to join the Buying Team at our Head Office in Leicester.

Under the guidance of the Buyer your responsibilities will include analysing weekly trade reports, presenting to the wider team, negotiations, range building, product development, and liaising with all necessary internal and external stakeholders.

About You

• A flair for product, trend and innovation
• Ability to co‑ordinate a number of competing priorities
• Ability to work within a budget whilst still being able to trade profit opportunities on a continual basis
• Ability to manage and coach to deliver outstanding results as part of a team
• Able to shape and plan a range for retail
• Experience in preparing and delivering range and product proposals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills