Senior Sportswear Buyer: Fast-Track Collections & Sourcing

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading apparel provider in Greater London is seeking a Buyer for the Sportswear division. This role involves managing product sourcing, collaborating with design and merchandising teams, and ensuring timely delivery of collections. Applicants should have a strong background in Sportswear and Activewear buying, with a proven track record of margin improvement and supplier negotiation. The ideal candidate must be self-motivated and passionate about product excellence.

Benefits

Staff Discount

Uniform allowance

Pension scheme

Refer a Friend scheme

Training and career development

Supportive and rewarding culture

Qualifications

• Experience in sportswear buying with a proven track record delivering margin improvement.
• Extensive experience initiating and developing supplier relationships.
• Strong commercial judgment and a passion for product.

Responsibilities

• Manage the buying and production of Sportswear & Activewear.
• Work closely with design and merchandising teams.
• Ensure timely delivery of products to various partners.

Skills

Experience in Sportswear and Activewear Buying with clear track record of delivering margin improvement

Extensive experience of initiating and developing direct sourcing relationships in product

Knowledge of supplier negotiation

Technical expertise in garment fabrication

Market knowledge of clothing

Strong commercial judgement

Self-motivated individual

Good understanding of supply base

Passion for product

Job description

A leading apparel provider in Greater London is seeking a Buyer for the Sportswear division. This role involves managing product sourcing, collaborating with design and merchandising teams, and ensuring timely delivery of collections. Applicants should have a strong background in Sportswear and Activewear buying, with a proven track record of margin improvement and supplier negotiation. The ideal candidate must be self-motivated and passionate about product excellence.