Menswear Junior Buyer/Product Developer

CVUK; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium menswear brand in London is seeking a Junior Buyer/Product Developer to join their team. This role focuses on market research, vendor management, and product quality control. The ideal candidate should have over 2 years of experience in product development, particularly in menswear, and possess strong Excel skills. This opportunity offers a dynamic environment to shape the product offering and drive success.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a buying/product development role, especially in menswear.
• Experience in menswear product development from design to sourcing.
• Proficient in Excel for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to inform product decisions.
• Assist in vendor selection and management for competitive offerings.
• Process purchase orders, ensuring timely deliveries.
• Negotiate pricing while maintaining product quality standards.
• Analyze sales data to guide buying decisions.
• Collaborate with various departments to share information and resolve issues.
• Source materials for product development.
• Develop technical specifications for product designs.
• Support sample development and fit sessions.
• Oversee product quality and standards.

Skills

Market Research

Vendor Management

Purchase Order Processing

Pricing Negotiation

Sales Analysis

Material Sourcing

Tech Packs Development

Quality Control

Advanced Excel

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about menswear and looking for an exciting opportunity to develop your career in product development and buying? We're seeking a Junior Buyer/Product Developer to join a premium menswear brand based in London. This role offers a dynamic environment where you'll play a crucial part in shaping our product offering and driving business success.

Responsibilities

• Market Research: Stay on top of the latest fashion trends, competitor offerings, and market demands to inform product decisions.
• Vendor & Supplier Management: Assist in selecting and evaluating vendors, obtaining quotes, and managing supplier communications to ensure a competitive product offering.
• Purchase Order Processing: Manage offline orders, verify costs and quantities, and ensure timely deliveries in line with our buying schedule.
• Pricing & Negotiation: Analyse pricing strategies and negotiate competitive rates while maintaining product quality standards.
• Sales Analysis: Review sales data to identify key trends, vendor performance, and market insights to guide buying decisions.
• Collaborative Communication: Work cross-functionally with e-commerce, customer service, and other departments to share information and resolve queries.
• Material Sourcing: Source and identify materials for product development, ensuring timely delivery, suitable pricing, and quality standards.
• Tech Packs & Prototyping: Develop detailed technical specifications for product designs and oversee sample and prototype development.
• Sample Development & Fit Sessions: Support sample development and assist with fit sessions to ensure products meet design and fit standards.
• Quality Control: Oversee product quality, ensuring that final products align with company standards.
• Problem Solving: Tackle challenges related to materials, production delays, or quality issues and collaborate on solutions to keep projects on track.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience: 2+ years in a similar role buying/product development role, with a strong focus on menswear/tailoring.
• Product Development Expertise: Comfortable working in menswear product development, from design to sourcing.
• Skills: Advanced Excel skills are essential; NetSuite experience is a plus (though not required).
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to multi-task and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Organizational Skills: Highly organized with great attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.