Senior Buyer

CAREER141; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in England is seeking a Senior Buyer / Product Manager to lead end-to-end buying and product execution for international customers. The role requires 8-10 years of experience in buying or product management and a strong foundation in fashion design. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills and the ability to manage supplier negotiations effectively. This full-time position offers an opportunity to work closely with international markets, ensuring alignment on design and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years' experience in Buying / Product Development / Product Management.
• Proven experience with international markets.
• Ability to manage suppliers and negotiate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end buying and product development.
• Negotiate with suppliers on prices, timelines, and quality.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth execution.

Skills

Fashion Design

Product Development

Strong Negotiation Skills

Supplier Management

Commercial Acumen

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Fashion / Design

Job description

Senior Buyer / Product Manager

Lead and manage end-to-end buying and product execution for international customers, acting as the key link between design, sourcing, technical teams, and suppliers. Ensure commercial objectives, product intent, quality standards, and delivery timelines are met in line with buyer and customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Manage buying and product development activities from concept to bulk production
• Act as the main buyer contact for international customers, ensuring alignment on design, cost, quality, and timelines
• Review and manage design briefs, technical packs, costing, and sample development
• Drive negotiations with suppliers on pricing, MOQs, lead times, and quality standards
• Coordinate closely with sourcing, technical, QA, and merchandising teams to ensure smooth execution
• Track critical paths and proactively manage risks related to materials, sampling, and production
• Present seasonal ranges, product strategies, and business updates to internal teams and customers
• Support business growth through strong supplier relationships and market understanding

Pre-requisites

• Strong Fashion Designer / Buyer / Product Development background
• Fashion Design or Technical Design foundation is an advantage
• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in Buying / Product Development / Product Management
• Proven experience working with international markets
• Strong commercial acumen with solid technical product knowledge
• Ability to manage suppliers, costing, negotiations, and timelines independently
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Fashion / Design or related field
• Excellent command of spoken and written English

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Product Management and Customer Service

Industries

Retail Apparel and Fashion, Apparel Manufacturing, and Retail