Junior Buyer

TN United Kingdom; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a Junior Buyer at a leading textiles company. This role focuses on managing costs, conducting market analysis, and collaborating with creative teams to develop innovative home textile products. With a hybrid working model and flexible hours, this position offers a great work-life balance. Join a dynamic team where your contributions directly impact product success and quality assurance. If you are passionate about textiles and eager to grow in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Early finish on Fridays

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in cost management and market analysis.
• Strong collaboration skills with design and sales teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage costings and development costs for products.
• Conduct market analysis and collaborate with teams.

Skills

Cost Management

Market Analysis

Collaboration

Product Development

Quality Assurance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field

Job description

Job Title: Junior Buyer

Company: One of the largest textiles companies in the world

Location: [Specify location or mention if remote]

Opportunity: A great opportunity for a Junior Buyer to join a growing company due to new license agreements, focusing on home textile products.

Job Description

1. Manage costings in line with margin aspirations at wholesale and retail levels for the business area.
2. Manage development costs for sampling, couriers, photoshoots, and annual budgets.
3. Conduct market and competitor analysis, staying updated on quality, prices, and value for money.
4. Collaborate closely with sales and design teams to ensure the commercial success of products under development.
5. Brief factories and stay informed about factory developments, including visiting suppliers to develop ranges.

The Successful Applicant

1. Work with the creative team from the design brief to develop specific products.
2. Manage critical paths and range planning.
3. Ensure quality assurance by assessing products with the design team and signing off prior to bulk production.

What's on Offer

1. Hybrid working with flexible hours.
2. Early finish on Fridays.
3. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.