Junior Fabric Buyer

Victoria Beckham; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A fashion company is seeking a dynamic Junior Fabric Buyer to support their Fabric department. This part-time freelance position requires a Bachelor's degree in Textile Design or a related field, along with prior experience in fabric sourcing. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and attention to detail. Responsibilities include sourcing fabrics, generating purchase orders, and maintaining strong supplier relationships. Join a collaborative team in the heart of London.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Textile Design, Fashion Buying & Merchandising, Business Administration, or related field.
• Prior experience or internships in fabric sourcing, procurement, or related area in fashion industry.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to Fabric Department.
• Support in sourcing fabric qualities for seasonal brief.
• Generate Purchase Orders for Seasonal and Special Project fabric orders.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Fabric knowledge

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Textile Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Suite

PLM software

Job description

Overview

Junior Fabric Buyer (Freelance) – Location: Hammersmith, London. Position Type: Freelance (part-time, 3 days a week).

Job Description: We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Junior Fabric Buyer to support the Fabric department at Victoria Beckham. As a member of the team, you will play a vital role in the sourcing and buying of seasonal fabrics that align with the brand's creative direction and business objectives. You will collaborate closely with the Senior Fabric Developer & Buyer and Senior Print Designer, as well as wider teams to ensure the seamless delivery of RTW fabrics across all product categories.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to the Victoria Beckham Fabric Department.
• Support in sourcing fabric qualities that align with the seasonal brief and adhere to budgetary constraints and quality standards.
• Generating Purchase Orders for Seasonal and Special Project fabric orders.
• PO tracking and management; ensure POs are generated and completed in a timely manner to warrant alignment with supplier payment terms.
• Maintaining all internal systems and trackers with accurate information updates.
• Liaise with internal Atelier & Production teams and external warehouse(s) to monitor fabric inventory levels and proactively address any requests or discrepancies.
• Support in communicating with wider teams including Design & Merchandising to effectively respond to specific fabric requirements, requests and preferences.
• Assist in building and maintaining strong relationships with reputable fabric suppliers to ensure timely deliveries in accordance with the company critical path.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Textile Design, Fashion Buying & Merchandising, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Prior experience or internships in fabric sourcing, procurement, or a related area within the fashion industry is preferred.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to foster strong relationships with our suppliers and internal teams.
• A keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of fabric qualities and their suitability for different product types.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Adobe Suite & PLM software a bonus).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while managing multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.