Location; Swindon Support Centre (hybrid working with 3 days per week in the office)
Fixed Term Contract 12 months
With a rich heritage and a new name, TGJones is the fresh face of a much-loved and trusted British brand. Our roots lie in WHSmith, where we've proudly supported the high street retail estate for generations. Now, under the ownership of specialist retail investors, Modella Capital, we're entering an exciting new chapter with bold ambitions to become 'Your Hub of the High Street'.
About the role
We're seeking a strategic, commercially astute, results-driven Buyer to join our High Street Fashion Stationery team, based at our Support Centre in Swindon.
In this role, you'll be delivering maximum sales and profitability through determining the offers we make to our customers and successfully managing both the trading activities and profit and loss. It takes a flair for relationship building, negotiation and an analytical approach. Key responsibilities will include;
* Responsible for achieving agreed margin, sales, and contribution targets by selecting and developing profitable new lines, while managing stock budgets and open-to-buy
* Drive own brand product development as a key focus, ensuring the creation of innovative, market-leading ranges
* Build strong supplier relationships, negotiating cost reductions, first-to-market advantages, and supplier income opportunities, while ensuring effective supply chain and cost management
* Oversee the critical path and range delivery, leading the development of innovative marketing plans and executing effective range reviews and analysis to drive continuous improvement
* Stay ahead of market trends, customer demands, and competitor activity to identify commercial opportunities
* Foster open and effective communication with stores via central operations and regular store visits
About you
We're looking for ambitious professionals who are focused on shaping a purposeful, long-term career - not merely pursuing their next opportunity. We value individuals who bring curiosity, strategic thinking, and a passion for innovation. At our Support Centre, you'll be part of a dynamic, future-focused organisation that champions collaboration, continuous growth, and meaningful impact. Experience required for this role will include;
* An experienced retail Buyer ideally with stationery or general merchandise expertise
* Strong own brand NPD experience essential
* A commercial mindset is essential, with the ability to analyse sales performance, recognising opportunities and risks to support trade decisions
* You will be passionate about product and pro-active in developing product and industry trends to support innovation and growth within your category
* Engagement and influencing skills will allow you to develop strong, collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers
* You will be a proven leader in managing, coaching and developing your team to succeed
About us
Joining TGJones means becoming part of a company that values its people as its greatest asset. We are a team that values people, invests in development, and encourages ideas. We foster an inclusive, collaborative and supportive culture where everyone is empowered to make a difference. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, TGJones offers a welcoming environment, real opportunities to grow, and the satisfaction of working for a company that genuinely cares.
Company benefits for our Support Centre colleagues include 4pm Friday finish, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, your birthday off, car allowance, private medical scheme, holiday trading scheme, annual company bonus, family friendly leave, employee discounts, free coffee Wednesdays and much more
At TGJones, we're all about creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone can be themselves and do their best. No matter your background, age, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, race or ethnicity, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation or anything else that makes you, you - you're welcome here. If you need any adjustments during the selection process, just let our Talent Acquisition team know—we're happy to help