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Junior Buyer - Character & License, Liverpool
Client:
The Very Group
Location:
Liverpool, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
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Job Views:
7
Posted:
19.08.2025
Expiry Date:
03.10.2025
Job Description:
About the role.
This role is responsible for overseeing the design and licensing of all characters and designs that we sell at The Very Group. You will be working closely with external brands and licensees to create exceptional product ranges. This involves collaborating with licensing company designers and managing the entire design and purchasing process. The scope includes all clothing and footwear licensed products for children and adults.
* Own the Character & License within the Kidswear own brand category.
* Manage key strategic brand relationships with excellent stakeholder skills.
* Consider current proposition, market growth, competitors, consumer drivers, and future opportunities.
* Develop a clear 6-24 month roadmap translating strategy into actionable plans.
* Represent The Very Group at supplier meetings and selections.
* Align strategy with wider category priorities and business initiatives to maximize growth opportunities.
* Coach and develop direct reports, fostering career growth and performance.
About you.
* Strong understanding of current market trends to ensure product relevance, competitiveness, and value.
* Experience working within the character and license area.
* Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, focused on business, team, and customer needs.
* Demonstrate company values and culture, providing leadership, coaching, and mentoring.
* Wide trend knowledge across pure-play and multi-channel markets.
* Strong negotiation and influencing skills with internal and external stakeholders.
* Confident presenter to internal and external audiences.
Some of our benefits
* Flexible, hybrid working model
* Inclusive culture and environment, check out our Glassdoor reviews
* £1,000 flexible benefits allowance
* 30 days holiday + bank holidays
* Udemy learning access
* Performance and business-related bonus potential
* Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk
* Matched pension up to 6%
* More benefits on our career site
How to apply
Please note that the talent acquisition team manages this vacancy directly. If successful, you will undergo credit, CIFAS, Right to Work, and possibly DBS checks. Disclose any relevant information, including unspent criminal convictions, prior to checks.
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