The grass is greener… at Joules!
We have an eye for detail. We care and we challenge. We are creative and commercial, passionate and practical. We are flexible and generous. We inspire hard work and lead with kindness. We have big ambitions and are never afraid to give it some welly!
Step into the role of Senior Buyer - Womenswear at Joules!
What to expect from a day to day perspective:
1. Implement strategy set out by the CEO/Head of Partnerships and drive the strategic objectives daily through the buying team.
2. Manage team performance and demonstrate exemplary Leadership by balancing high-level support with challenge to get the very best from our Buying team.
3. Develop strategic partnerships with key suppliers, defining business plans for mutual growth and to leverage relationships.
4. Interpret the impact of shifting micro and macro influences to manage risk.
5. Analyse and interpret a significant volume of data and assimilate/make recommendations to influence future ranges.
6. Deputise for the Buying Manager in key meetings with the Operational Board.
7. Ensure all documentation and data is accurate in order to meet the required standards and understand the impact of inaccuracies.
8. Focus on the bottom line and understand the impact of all decisions on the business.
9. This particular role will focus on Womenswear to include wovens, soft separates, dresses, blouses, shirts, denim and skirts.
The ideal candidate:
To really shine within the role of Senior Buyer you must be highly experienced buying professional able to work flexibly and at pace with a passion for the Fashion industry. However, what we value most here at Joules is your ability to really align with who we are as a family. So, if you are:
10. Kind, caring and an all around empathetic person
11. Love getting stuff done
12. Have a genuine positivity for the future
13. Fearlessly creative
14. Not afraid to fail and grow
15. Embrace change
16. Collaboratively celebrate success
17. Always give it your all
18. Have a keen interest in the fashion and retail industry
Then look no further, the role of Senior Buyer at Joules was made for you!
From a technical and operational perspective, it would also be advantageous if you have:
19. Proven track record in working across multiple product categories/genders with advanced knowledge of the levers for margin and profit.
20. A broad understanding of buying, merchandising, design and technical functions.
21. Equipped with advanced knowledge of product construction, costing, manufacturing, quality and critical path management.
22. Determination to consistently achieve high standards of performance in the face of pressure and changing circumstances.
23. Well informed on sustainable supply chains with good knowledge of responsible purchasing practices.
24. The ability to really make this role your own, we’re eager to welcome someone with a new and dynamic take on buying.
Location:
This is a full time role based at our Market Harborough Head Office in Leicestershire and you will need to be able to be present in the office 5 days per week.
Still not sure if the grass is greener?
As a company that values its people as its biggest asset, we want to look after ours so that they feel at home. So we put together a package of financial rewards and wellbeing benefits to help you achieve your perfect balance of work and play.
To find out more about our benefits see below.
This is such an exciting time to join the Joules family and in the words of our Founder, Tom Joule - ‘Joules is perfectly positioned to move forward, this is just the start!’ So, if you do not want to miss out on being part of something truly special - click ‘Apply Now’ below.