Job Description
WANTED: Junior Buyer Based: Trafford Park, Manchester Continental Textiles are seeking Junior buyer (experienced senior assistant buyer) to work with major store groups over several product categories for our brands South Beach, Loungeable & Finding Friday. With ongoing expansion of the business this is an exciting opportunity for you to be part of our creative team. You will be working alongside a team of buyers in a fast-paced environment. At Junior Buyer level you will report into the Senior Buyer. Own brand buying experience is required, preferably in fast-fashion. The Role: Working across category alongside the team plus own category responsibility Responsible for managing and developing junior team members. Work along side design, garment tech and suppliers to deliver best product margin Negotiate cost prices and manage costing of your own ranges Work closely with our concessions team to manage the range selection and react to sales Contribute to weekly trade meetings with suggest how to react to department trading, evaluating upcoming ranges and opportunities. Liaise with the supply base in a clear and concise manner. About You: 3+ years experience within a retail own brand buying role Preferably working in womenswear clothing, other categories will be considered Commercially aware and customer focused Confident using Microsoft Excel. Preferably experience of retail costing Comfortable working at fast pac Strong communication skills Able to build strong relationships and collaborate with the team. Ability to multitask Ability to work independently Ability to generate ideas for product category growth Benefits: Flexible working hours Christmas shut down 4pm early Friday finish Regular performance reviews Wellbeing support Free onsite parking Discount on product / sample sales Fun working environment Bupa rewards membership If you think you’ve got what it takes, please apply via this job link or email a covering letter along with your CV to enquiries@southbeachswim.co.uk In line with our D&I strategy, we are accepting CVs without a name at the first stages of application.