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Buyer - Ladieswear Birmingham We are looking to recruit an experienced 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.

Senior Account Manager / Import Merchandiser We are looking for an Account Manager to manage a portfolio of Manchester-based menswear accounts across multiple brands. The in house brands are at a great stage of growth so this is an excellent opportunity for an Senior Account Manager / Import Merchandiser to get stuck in and push the brands further. Liaising with customer accounts for MTO / SMU lines Planning timelines and key dates for in house brand development. Build, develop and maintain relationships with customers, suppliers and internal teams Run customer meetings and collaborate with the wider team – Design and Technologists to develop commercially relevant product. Monitor and chase weekly critical paths, sample development trackers and price enquiries to ensure deadlines are met, with support from the Assistant Account Manager Raising Purchase Orders with factories with support from the Assistant Account Manager Running daily/weekly product review meetings Create and maintain seasonal Excel trackers and reports with support from the Assistant Account Manager Produce sales and performance reports from Shopify. Manage sales performance reviews with support from the Assistant Account Manager Support the Assistant Account Manager with day-to-day account administration as required. Ensure all customer information and product data is accurate and up to date. Coordinate communication between customers, suppliers and internal teams. Desired Skills Previous experience in a Merchandiser, Import Merchandiser, Account Manager, Product Developer, Production Manager or similar role within the fashion industry. Strong commercial awareness with a genuine passion for fashion and product. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Highly analytical with strong numerical skills and exceptional attention to detail. Experience working with Far East production teams Previous streetwear experience beneficial Experience with worldwide customer’s is beneficial Confident user of Microsoft Excel and fast adopter of customer 3rd party portals Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Positive, proactive team player with a desire to learn and develop.

Senior Merchandiser Birmingham We are recruiting a ladies multi-product Senior Merchandiser for a leading Retailer who are going through a huge period of growth. Candidates must have a broad knowledge of multi-product within Ladieswear This role would suit candidates who are a good team player with a proactive approach This senior role will take accountability for maximising category performance through strategic range and stock planning for seasonal collections. Working with the wider merchandising team to ensure smooth production placement & intake planning. An exciting opportunity to join a growing merchandising team and implement new best practices and processes to facilitate the next stage of business growth. Responsibilities • Recommend product range structures, including option count and range depth, through data analytics. • Review sales and forecast future demand for all sales channels, planning the order volumes to achieve sales budgets. • Responsible for demand planning seasonal collections lines within the business, meeting availability targets & working with product teams to ensure commercial exit strategies. • Provide forward visibility of stock intake & inventory holding reports. • Review in-season stock opportunities and stock-out risks ensuring category profitability is maximised. • Ensure merchandising calendar and critical path deadlines are met to achieve stock delivery on time in full, providing forecast information to achieve where needed. • Line management of Merchandiser • Review and present weekly retail trade performance into the business. Experience and Skills: • Previous experience within a similar role for an Apparel business. • Strong analytical skills, ability to build reports, track performance, knowledge of forecast principles & implement demand planning practices. • Proficiency in merchandising tools and software, including Excel & Inventory management systems. • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, able to collaborate effectively with other teams and external partners. • Ability to work independently as well as within a fast-paced team.

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

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.

Junior Merchandiser Birmingham Our client is an established ladies multi-channel fashion retailer based in the west midlands area and are looking for a talented retail merchandiser to join and support the merchandising team. The company designs and develops Ladieswear for a broad range of customers, seeking the correct look and fit of all ages to ensure that the product fits beautifully, and performs well. Job Description: • To prepare reporting and present in weekly and monthly trading meetings. • Drive the trade model • Reviews daily and weekly sales performance actions where required. • Reviews over and under performance at product level and drives trading actions to maximise potential and minimise risk. • Seeds and manages a WSSI by accurately forecasting demand, OTB, returns and margin. • Takes ownership of the critical path and takes appropriate action on issues when they arise. • As well as being competent in preparing trading reports/packs will also make recommendations for reporting improvements across the B&M function and implement. • Fully aware of the principles and contribution to the overall business strategy. Processes and department development • Builds effective and open relationships with all members of the buying and merchandising team, based on reliable, accurate and relevant data. • Ensures productive relationship between merchandising function and all other business areas to ensure goals achieved, specifically the design and accounts teams. • Delivers key information at the right time, to the right people, and presents when necessary.

Garment Technologist Manchester A fantastic opportunity has become available for a Garment Technologist to join a well-established Childrenswear and Babywear client. You will be: Check first fit/red & gold seals, where applicable, and send to customer along with necessary paperwork/specifications for approval. Ensure that factories are manufacturing in accordance with guidelines and provide technical support. Ensure all relevant testing is complete in accordance with guidelines. Hold weekly meetings with the technical team where any issues should be highlighted. Ensure that workloads remain balanced throughout the team. Identify opportunities for improving the method of operation in your area of responsibility and implement improvements which have been agreed with your manager. About you: Experience of Childrenswear/Baby products A clothing technology related qualification Must be willing to travel as and when required Knowledge & experience working with the Far East Excel proficiency is required Knowledge of children’s clothing safety standards Knowledge of testing standards and test reports Able to grade specs

Mens Knitwear Designer Manchester We are looking for a Mens Knitwear Designer. This role requires a creative individual with strong technical knowledge of knitwear, along with the ability to manage client relationships and provide strategic direction for orders without handling every operational detail. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop knitwear collections based on seasonal trends and client requirements Create mood boards, colour palettes, and technical sketches Select appropriate yarns, stitches, and techniques to achieve the desired aesthetics and functionality Oversee sampling and collaborate with factories to ensure production feasibility Research market trends and innovations to enhance product offerings Provide strategic direction on orders and ensure smooth coordination between design, production, and merchandising teams Requirements: Experience: 3+ years knitwear design Strong knowledge of yarns, knitting techniques, pattern making and garment construction Software Proficiency: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or similar design tools Understanding of knitwear trends and manufacturing processes