What’s the role about?
We’re looking for an experienced and strategic Senior Buyer to lead the development and commercial success of our Knitwear and Jersey categories. In this pivotal role, you’ll shape the seasonal product direction, from concept to final buy, ensuring every collection embodies the Reiss brand DNA, combining modern design, premium quality, and commercial appeal. Working collaboratively with Design, Product Development, Technical, and Merchandising teams, you’ll drive the range strategy, identify opportunities for growth, and ensure our knitwear and jersey collections remain elevated, relevant, while keeping the customer at the heart of every decision.
Who you are
* A passionate, product-focused Buyer with strong product experience and a sharp eye for detail.
* Passionate about product, design, and fabric innovation with a strong eye for detail and quality.
* Highly commercial, with strong analytical skills and the ability to identify opportunities for growth.
* A collaborative leader who builds strong partnerships across teams and suppliers to achieve shared goals.
* Confident in decision-making and comfortable presenting to senior leadership.
* Organised, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
What you’ll be doing
* Leading the development and execution of the seasonal Knitwear and Jersey strategy, aligning with brand vision and business objectives.
* Building and curating the range plan to create a well-balanced, cohesive, and commercially strong collection.
* Partnering with Design and Product Development to translate creative concepts into high-quality, commercial products.
* Managing product mix and pricing structure to achieve target margins and optimise profitability.
* Overseeing fit, fabric, and trim approvals, ensuring quality and brand standards are consistently met.
* Ensuring the critical path is maintained across all development and production stages.
* Leading buy meetings, preparing and presenting collections to senior leadership, and driving in‑season trading strategies.
* Collaborating with Merchandising and Marketing to align product stories, launches, and campaign moments.
* Building strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality, value, and innovation across both categories.
* Coaching and developing junior team members, fostering creativity, accountability, and collaboration.
What we offer
* Competitive salary and company bonus.
* Up to 65% employee discount.
* Access to exclusive sample sales.
* Aviva DigiCare+ wellbeing services.
* Medicash health support plan.
* Workplace pension contributions.
* Enhanced parental leave policies.
* Electric Vehicle scheme via Octopus Energy.
* Cycle to Work programme.
* Season ticket travel loan.
* Plus further workplace benefits.
If you want to start your story at Reiss as our Senior Buyer, don’t miss out - apply now!
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We recognise the importance and power of diversity within our business and, as such, we ensure that our people processes are fair, transparent and promote equality of opportunity for all candidates.
It is our pledge that candidates will not be discriminated against on the grounds of gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital status, age, race, colour, ethnic background, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, religious or similar belief. Every individual will be treated with respect.
We know that some people won’t apply for a role unless they feel they meet all of the requirements listed. We want you to know that finding people who will add to our inspirational culture and have a learning mindset is incredibly important to us. Even if you feel you don’t tick all the boxes, we’d still like to hear from you.
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