Junior Buyer - Character & License

The Very Group; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise leader dans le domaine de la vente au détail recherche un Junior Buyer spécialisé dans les licences de personnages. Vous serez responsable de la gestion des produits sous licence, en collaborant avec des marques externes pour créer des collections adaptées aux enfants et aux adultes. Le rôle implique l'analyse des tendances du marché, la gestion des relations stratégiques, et le coaching des membres de l'équipe dans un environnement dynamique et inclusif.

Benefits

Flexible, hybrid working model

£1,000 flexible benefits allowance

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Udemy learning access

Performance-based bonus potential

Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk

Matched pension up to 6%

Qualifications

• Expérience dans le domaine des licences et des personnages.
• Compréhension des tendances du marché et prise de décision sous pression.
• Capacité à coacher et développer des membres de l'équipe.

Responsibilities

• Gérer la catégorie 'Character & License' au sein de la mode enfant.
• Analyser les tendances du marché pour orienter la stratégie.
• Développer une feuille de route de 6 à 24 mois pour la mise en œuvre des stratégies.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Market Analysis

Coaching

Presentation

Job description

Job Title: Junior Buyer - Character & License, Liverpool

Client: The Very Group

Location: Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

This role is responsible for overseeing the design and licensing of all characters and designs sold at The Very Group. You will collaborate with external brands and licensees to create product ranges, manage licensing processes, and handle clothing and footwear licensed products for children and adults.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the Character & License category within Kidswear.
• Manage strategic brand relationships and stakeholder engagement.
• Analyze market trends, competitors, and consumer drivers to inform strategy.
• Develop a 6-24 month roadmap translating strategy into actionable plans.
• Represent The Very Group in supplier meetings and negotiations.
• Align category strategies with wider business initiatives to maximize growth.
• Coach and develop direct reports, fostering career growth.

About You:

• Strong understanding of current market trends relevant to character and license products.
• Experience working within the character and license licensing area.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, focusing on business, team, and customer needs.
• Demonstrate leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Wide knowledge of market trends across various channels.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Confident presenter to diverse audiences.

Benefits:

• Flexible, hybrid working model
• Inclusive culture and environment (see Glassdoor reviews)
• £1,000 flexible benefits allowance
• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Udemy learning access
• Performance-based bonus potential
• Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk
• Matched pension up to 6%
• Additional benefits on our careers site

How to Apply:

Our talent acquisition team manages this vacancy. Successful applicants will undergo credit, CIFAS, Right to Work, and possibly DBS checks. Please disclose any relevant information regarding these checks prior to assessment.