Junior Buyer
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Location | Reading, Berkshire |
| Area | South East, UK |
| Sector | Retail Head Office - Buying |
| Salary | GBP34000.00 - GBP40000 per annum + Benefits |
| Currency | GBP |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Zachary Daniels |
| Job Ref | BBBH31563_1725633063 |
- Description
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.
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