Buyer - Homewares

Senior Ladieswear Buyer Birmingham We are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Ladieswear Buyer for a growing Ladies Retailer / Ecommerce business. Their ethos is that life should be about living for the moment, getting out there and enjoying yourself - and the clothes reflect this Purpose of the role: You will help to lead the Ladieswear buying team in developing remarkable product across multiple categories and to identify new opportunities for sales growth. To source and negotiate prices to achieve overall targets and quality expectations To embed new process and be part of this successful business as it grows Main Activities: Work as part of the overall buying team to develop an exceptional range in line with our brand strategy. Place all initial orders in line with forecasts and agreed minimum quantities to ensure delivery. To ensure all administration of areas is up to date and accurate. To lead and develop a team. Analysis of market and competitor trends Presenting proposals for future range development Lead on supplier meetings – communications/negotiating prices/minimum quantities/lead times and range finalisation meetings. If you are experienced in Ladieswear and looking for a new challenge, please forward your CV

Sales Account Manager Leicester - Hybrid Working Ready to land your dream role? My client supplies some of the most well-known names on the UK high street. A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Sales Account Manager to join their expanding team. Within this role you will promote and sell private label ranges to to independent stores, high street and online retailers, throughout the UK. This is a unique opportunity to join a thriving and ambitious business, offering excellent potential to drive your career forwards. You will be: Managing existing accounts. Developing new business with independent retailers and high street stores. Researching the relevant market and generating leads. Assisting the company in sales and marketing strategy. Assisting in the preparation of the annual sales forecast. You will have: Experience in a similar sales/account management role. Strong understanding of the UK high street retail sector with connections A background knowledge of clothing is essential A strong ability to sell and develop business. An established network of contacts enabling you to hit the ground running If this sounds like it could be you, we’d love to hear more.

Junior Buyer Leeds / Hybrid We are looking for a Junior Buyer to take ownership of Accessories, Nightwear and Swimwear categories. This is a hands-on buying role with responsibility for both product selection and product development, working closely with Design, Merchandising, QC, Marketing and E-Commerce teams to deliver exciting, commercial ranges that resonate with the customer. You will be responsible for managing your own product areas end-to-end, building strong supplier relationships, translating trends into commercial product, and driving sales and profit through well-planned, well-executed ranges. Key Responsibilities Take ownership of sourcing, developing and selecting product ranges across your categories Build, maintain and develop strong, effective supplier relationships Lead product development from concept through to delivery, managing the critical path and key deadlines Create and implement range plans and category strategies in line with brand direction and customer needs Monitor stock performance against KPIs and manage OTB accordingly Analyse trade, sales and margin performance, identifying risks and opportunities Contribute to planning, trade and sales meetings with clear, data-driven insight Communicate key information clearly to senior stakeholders, including Buyers, Head of Buying and Directors Identify growth opportunities within your categories through trend analysis and competitor benchmarking Translate relevant trends into commercially viable product appropriate for the brand Liaise closely with Merchandising, QC, Creative, Marketing and E-Commerce teams to maximise product performance Support marketing and e-commerce activity to drive online sales Carry out regular competitor analysis and market research Attend buying trips and relevant trade fairs in the UK and internationally as required Develop a growing understanding of trading across all departments About You Experience Experience at Senior Assistant Buyer or Junior Buyer level within a fashion buying team Background in women’s clothing and/or accessories buying Experience of being responsible for your own product areas is desirable Strong understanding of critical path management Confident analysing sales, margin and stock data Experience working cross-functionally with QC, Merchandising, Creative and Marketing Proven ability to build and maintain effective supplier relationships Negotiation experience Good market and competitor knowledge Desirable: Experience with a variety of supplier bases (direct, landed, global sourcing) Experience of range building and departmental strategy Attendance at relevant trade fairs

Junior Buyer Birmingham Rewarding, visionary and fast paced – our clients’ Buying Department are looking for a Junior Buyer to join their passionate creative team in Birmingham. You will make effective and commercially focused buying decisions to buy product across ladieswear under the management and supervision of your Senior Buyer. As a Junior Buyer you should be highly motivated, with technical flair, excellent communication skills and a can-do attitude. Ideally with 2 years’ experience in a similar role. Responsibilities: Completes all processes with reference to daily/weekly sales, as well as longer term plans. Reporting and effectively communicate all key information in trading meeting to Buyer and Directors. Generate ideas and suggestion to impact the business with reference to promotions and mark downs. Provides SWOT analysis on designated categories. Monitors and maintains stocks as per KPI’s set and manages open to buy accordingly. Responds to competitor analysis. Support your Senior Buyer to develop new strategies for the business and department. Complete buying trips as and when needed. In return you can expect an excellent salary, a high level of training and development and a great working environment.