Job Description
Mothercare Global Brand is seeking a Junior Buyer on a permanent basis for the girlswear department. The junior buyer is responsible for all aspects of the department with the support and guidance from the Buyer and Head of Clothing Buying to oversee their work and personal development .
Key Accountabilities & responsibilities
* Work with merchandising and design to build a commercial range; is able with the support of HOB to build a supplier and departmental strategy
* Works with wider team to ensure they fully understand sales data/ feedback and how to use that to positively impact their range
* Carries out regular competitor shops and uses information gathered to impact range development and build
* Is passionate about product and works closely with design and the supply base to create products in line with our handwriting and strategic goals.
* Understands how to interpret trend into a brand appropriate commercial product opportunity.
* Demonstrates ability to build relationships with stakeholders in the business to support the development and selling of our product.
* Will begin to present ranges to internal and external stakeholders
* With support from senior team members can manage team in line with department requirements
* Understands the importance of mothercare systems e.g. plm, pricing sheets etc., and how to use them
* Can confidently and professionally work with suppliers to ensure the Critical Path is managed and costings are fair, accurate and workable for mothercare
* Is organised and able to prioritise tasks for themselves and their team
Knowledge and Skills
* negotiation – costings and Critical Path management
* brand understanding and product eye
* commercial awareness
* ability to plan and organise
* able to prioritise
* cultural awareness
* excellent communication skills
* highly numerical and analytical
* good relationship management skills
Best Things
If you’re looking for a career change, why not take your search global? Or at least to a global business with their home in the UK. Working from our new Head Office in Apsley, you’ll find opportunities that reach families and franchise partners all around the world.
Whether you’re interested in product design, finance, people management or another passion, each of our teams offer a unique experience but the same chance to collaborate with brilliant people and grow your career. So, if we’ve piqued your interest and you want to know more, keep on scrolling. We’ve been on quite the journey and there’s lots to know about us, starting with our business areas and the amazing mums at the heart of our brand… if you're interested in finding out more, come and take a look at our website https://www.mothercarecareers.com/