Job Title: Junior Buyer - Character & License, Liverpool
Client: The Very Group
Location: Liverpool, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference:
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Job Views:
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Posted:
02.06.2025
Expiry Date:
17.07.2025
Job Description:
This role is responsible for overseeing the design and licensing of all characters and designs sold at The Very Group. You will collaborate with external brands and licensees to create product ranges, manage licensing processes, and handle clothing and footwear licensed products for children and adults.
Key Responsibilities:
* Own the Character & License category within Kidswear.
* Manage strategic brand relationships and stakeholder engagement.
* Analyze market trends, competitors, and consumer drivers to inform strategy.
* Develop a 6-24 month roadmap translating strategy into actionable plans.
* Represent The Very Group in supplier meetings and negotiations.
* Align category strategies with wider business initiatives to maximize growth.
* Coach and develop direct reports, fostering career growth.
About You:
* Strong understanding of current market trends relevant to character and license products.
* Experience working within the character and license licensing area.
* Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, focusing on business, team, and customer needs.
* Demonstrate leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.
* Wide knowledge of market trends across various channels.
* Strong negotiation and influencing skills with internal and external stakeholders.
* Confident presenter to diverse audiences.
Benefits:
* Flexible, hybrid working model
* Inclusive culture and environment (see Glassdoor reviews)
* £1,000 flexible benefits allowance
* 30 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Udemy learning access
* Performance-based bonus potential
* Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk
* Matched pension up to 6%
* Additional benefits on our careers site
How to Apply:
Our talent acquisition team manages this vacancy. Successful applicants will undergo credit, CIFAS, Right to Work, and possibly DBS checks. Please disclose any relevant information regarding these checks prior to assessment.
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