Job Description
Junior Buyer Manchester Our client is a family run business within the clothing supply industry, providing design, development sourcing & distribution to retailers globally. They are looking to add a Branded Junior Buyer to their vibrant team. Key roles and responsibilities: Supporting merchandising to negotiate cost prices with supplier base to achieve department targets Manage the department critical path, which includes chasing suppliers to adhere to deadlines. Participate in the product CP meeting Attend fit meetings with the buyer and QA and assist in completing buying comments for all samples received, in the Buyers absence chair the meeting Create wholesale buy sheets Prepare for weekly trade meeting Analysing weekly trade reports for website and wholesale and identifying actions Regular comp shops to identify new and missed opportunities in the range To actively participate in meetings including sign offs, strategies, weekly trade and ensure follow up is made Assist the buyer with range building including; style confirmation, colours, and product development for all seasonal ranges Attend key internal and customer meetings alongside the buyer. Complete all meeting minutes for the buyer Management of BA, assist in training and supporting the departmental BAA where applicable Skills: Relevant buying experience in the fashion industry to a similar level Great communication skills - you will be co ordinating teams such as Merchandising, Design, QC and Studio Commercially aware - how to interpret and adapt market trends to the customer to maximise sales Keen interest in fashion and trends Ability to work independently to tight deadlines in a fast paced environment Strong numeracy and analytical skills Driven with a strong sense of initiative