Joules Buyer

DescriptionAbout the Role :Ready to start your Joules JourneyPrepare to be part of a dynamic, hard-working, collaborative and inspirational team creating and bringing product to market season after season for our iconic British brand. You can expect a journey outlined with clear goals and aspirations shared by the whole business whilst building cross-collaborative relationships including the opportunity to work with our Founder; Tom Joule and his Senior Team who have a wealth of knowledge to share.Are you currently a Buyer or an experienced Assistant BuyerIf you have commercial understanding, an influential approach, leadership skills and a creative eye for trends we have the role for you. What to expect on a day to day basis Create commercially successful ranges and maximise sales. Plan the range taking into account analysis and price architecture. Analyse sales data acting quickly to identify and introduce changes. Effectively manage your team, delegating resources and workload while ensuring team members are motivated and focused to get the very best from our Buying team. Develop strategic partnerships with key suppliers defining business plans for mutual growth and to leverage relationships. Interpret the impact of shifting micro and macro influences to manage risk. Ensure all documentation and data is accurate in order to meet the required standards and understand the impact of inaccuracies. Focus on the bottom line and understand the impact of all decisions on the business. This particular role will focus on Kidswear. About You From a technical and operational perspective it would be advantageous if you have A proven track record in working within the Kidswear category with knowledge of the levers for margin and profit. A broad understanding of buying merchandising design and technical functions. Equipped with a broad knowledge of product construction costing manufacturing quality and critical path management. Determination to consistently achieve high standards of performance in the face of pressure and changing circumstances. Well informed on sustainable supply chains with good knowledge of responsible purchasing practices. A confident and persuasive communicator you’ll be able to present your proposals and influence your stakeholders from across the business. The ability to really make this role your own; we’re eager to welcome someone with a new and dynamic take on Kidswear buying. Must be able to hit the ground running from a strategy and buying point of view. What we value most here at Joules is your ability to really align with who we are as a Brand. So if you : Have a keen interest in the fashion and retail industry Are fearlessly creative with ideas to share Are not afraid to fail and grow Have a genuine positivity for the future of our brand and all we can achieve Are adaptable and can embrace change Can work collaboratively and are always ready to give it your all Enjoy celebrating success Then look no further the role of Buyer - Kidswear was made for you Where will you be working This is a full time role based at The Barn - Joules purpose built Head Office in Market Harborough Leicestershire, 5 days per week. This role is office based working onsite as we believe this is where we make the best decisions together. Your Application Due to the high volume of applications received for our roles, please note that applications not accompanied by a relevant cover letter are unlikely to be progressed. Please review the following Joules Cover Letter advice to support your application. Sponsorship In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Joules does not hold a Sponsor Licence and would not therefore be able to sponsor a successful candidate under the Skilled Worker route. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the right to work without sponsorship. Please note that we may close the advert early if the required level of applications is received - this role requires an immediate start so apply now to receive early consideration. Key Skills Account Management, Execution, Insurance Management, Import & Export, Catering Operations, Building Electrician Employment Type: Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr