Buyer

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful retail business as a Buyer. The company is expanding rapidly as a result of its success to date and if you would like the opportunity to bring your passion for product to a place where you can make your mark and develop your career then this could be the right opportunity for you.
This role would ideally suit an experienced Buyer or a Junior Buyer who is looking for their next step-up.
Experience of buying stock on clearance/deals or end of lines is essential.
My client are a very well-known and established brand who are extremely good at promoting from within and are a place where you can really develop a successful career.
The role...
- Attending all appointments and selection of product.
- Analysis and review of previous weeks' sales with the merchandising department to propose and drive actions for the week ahead.
- Negotiation with selected brands re: trading terms and conditions.
- Being constantly aware of new brands and opportunities to diversify and drive department/category sales.
- Budget negotiation and planning within internal teams and external brands.
- Negotiation with brands/suppliers
- Managing budgets and OTB on in seasons and forward budgets.
- Present ranges for sign off with Buying Director and Merchandising Director.
- Preparation and presentation of performance in trade meetings.
- Proposals to assist driving sales in your relevant department.
About you...
- You will have experience of buying deals/clearance/end of line products.
- This can be any product area - fashion, beauty, homewares, household etc.
- You'll be analytical and have strong numerical skills.
- PC literate, including Microsoft Office: Powerpoint, Word, Excel.
- You'll be highly organised, with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.