Job Description
Join a dynamic social network platform. We offer:
* Competitive Salary DOE £
* 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
* Flexi hours
We are seeking an experienced Buyer with a proven ability to work well under pressure, lead and inspire teams, and execute ambitious seasonal strategies. This role offers an opportunity to explore your passion for product within a creative and collaborative environment.
As the Buyer, you will:
* Develop Buyers Admin Assistants, Assistant Buyers, or Junior Buyers, nurturing their growth to achieve promotions and key career milestones.
* Review workflows and improve efficiencies.
* Engage in range building, onboarding new suppliers, and managing a multi-product background.
Responsibilities include:
* Creating lessons learned presentations for senior management.
* Communicating key performance indicators and strategic insights to junior team members.
* Challenging and holding your team accountable for managing their categories.
* Motivating and supporting your team daily.
* Developing pricing strategies with merchandisers.
* Planning buys in collaboration with your Merchandiser.
* Building balanced product ranges, identifying gaps, and capitalizing on new opportunities.
* Encouraging reaction to sales trends and introducing new products to drive revenue.
* Reviewing colors, prints, and shapes, maintaining best sellers while innovating ranges.
* Managing trading from the Far East and nearby suppliers, considering lead times.
* Maintaining and onboarding supplier relationships, sourcing fabrics and trims, including sustainable options.
* Implementing test and trial methods to enhance profitability.
* Achieving strong trading performance at margin and cash sales levels.
* Managing OTB and seasonal budgets with your merchandiser.
* Utilizing historical and current data for commercial decision-making.
* Managing Monday Trade reports and associated actions.
* Overseeing critical path and delivery schedules for the team.
* Handling stock issues, delays, and cancellations effectively.
* Preparing for product launches, managing campaign dates, and ensuring timely delivery.
* Collaborating with Merchandiser on forecasting and volume planning.
* Conducting cross-costing projects to protect margins.
* Participating in trend and design meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
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