JUNIOR BUYER | HAMPSHIRE | circa £40,000 + BENEFITS | HYBRID | LADIES FASHION
JUNIOR BUYER BENEFITS
Company pension
Employee discount
Free onsite parking
Health programme
Bonus scheme
25 days holiday per year ( Plus Bank Holidays)This is a well known business that operationally turns over more than £300m a year. With having almost 50 stores across the country, they're well known, reputable and are now looking to expand their ladieswear area.
AS THE JUNIOR BUYER:
Creating and executing the buying strategy, including range building.
Source, select and negotiate with suppliers to obtain the optimum product, process and terms of contract.
Taking ownership of critical path and ensuring deadlines are met with any issues being raised and resolved.
Prevent quality problems by considering and solving issues early on.
Participate in meetings with the Buying team and Head of Fashion ensuring key information is communicated.
Manage the category to achieve optimum performance and profit growth. Competent in data analysis to identify opportunities from weekly reports, analyse trading patterns and take appropriate action.
Monitor and maintain stocks as per KPI's set and manage open-to-buy accordingly.
Complete buying trips as needed within the UK and overseas to identify new suppliers and maintain relationships with present suppliers.
Keep up to date with competitor and retail trends to inform product selection.
Deliver the brand strategy, providing energy to drive the business forward
Deliver innovative ideas for your category. BBBH31563