Buyer – Homeware
Manchester (5 days in the office)
Salary – up to £40,000
We are working with a well established Ecommerce home textiles brand, who are looking for a Buyer to join their team.
The Role:
* Create commercial ranges that are in line with the target consumer being responsible for everything from initial research through to launch.
* Analyse sales data highlighting best/worst performers and take appropriate action
* Oversee and sign off the sample process – lab dips/strike offs, red seals and gold seals
* Have a strong understanding of our target consumer, competitors and marketplace platforms
* Liaise with factories (based in the Far East) ensuring delivery and launch deadlines are met
* Assist with the development of product ranges across multiple brands
* Consistently keep up to date with new trends, colours and fabrics
* Carry out instore and online competitor analysis
* Work with the Ecommerce team to help support campaigns and photo shoots
Skills/Experience
* Strong product knowledge across textiles
* Minimum 3 years industry experience in either a Buying or Product Development background – ideally in a Junior Buyer position managing your own category.
* Strong understanding of supply chain