Senior Accessories Buyer – Bags, Sourcing & Team Lead

FASHION PERSONNEL; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK seeks an experienced Accessories Buyer to oversee the buying lifecycle for bags, headwear, and jewellery during a parental leave period. The role involves managing a team of assistant buyers while collaborating with suppliers in China and Turkey. The salary is up to £65,000 and offers benefits including medical and dental, staff discounts, and generous holiday entitlement. This position allows working from home on Fridays, enhancing work-life balance.

Benefits

Single medical & dental

Staff discount

Employee Assistance Program

Life assurance

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in team leadership and managing assistant buyers.
• Proven track record in product development and product ownership.
• Strong negotiating skills with suppliers globally.

Responsibilities

• Own the full buying lifecycle for accessories including bags and jewellery.
• Lead and develop a team of assistant buyers.
• Collaborate with suppliers in China and Turkey to ensure product excellence.

Skills

Team leadership

Product development

Negotiation

Job description

A leading recruitment firm in the UK seeks an experienced Accessories Buyer to oversee the buying lifecycle for bags, headwear, and jewellery during a parental leave period. The role involves managing a team of assistant buyers while collaborating with suppliers in China and Turkey. The salary is up to £65,000 and offers benefits including medical and dental, staff discounts, and generous holiday entitlement. This position allows working from home on Fridays, enhancing work-life balance.