Buyers Assistant

3 days ago

Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom My 1st Years Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Buyers Assistant to join our Softlines department. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing critical path management, supplier approvals, and sourcing.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage critical path management for the Softlines department, ensuring timely approvals and comments.
  • Own and manage an own bought range, sourcing and negotiating prices in line with department BIM targets.
  • Contribute to the department strategy by identifying risks and opportunities, supported by data.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of global competitors, analyzing their product ranges and presenting findings to the team.
  • Develop and maintain a sound understanding of the wider Business Strategy and its impact on the department.
Requirements
  • Minimum 1-2 years experience at Assistant Buyer level, ideally within a baby/childrenswear setting.
  • A passion for retail and a desire to work and develop within a buying role.
Benefits
  • 25 days holiday (increasing to 28 with service) + Bank Holidays.
  • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay.
  • Birthday Day Off.
  • Summer Hours (3pm Finish on Fridays in June, July & August).
  • Early finish payday Friday.
  • EAP.
  • Generous staff discount.
  • Free onsite parking.
Location

We are currently working a hybrid model with 2-3 days per week in the office and 2-3 days per week from home. Our office is located just off the M1 in Northampton.

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