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Senior Buyer

Zachary Daniels
Posted 9 days ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Birmingham, West Midlands B27 6QS, England

Salary

£35,000 - £42,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for a Senior Buyer in Ladies Fashion, offering a salary between £75,000 and £80,000 along with relocation and benefits.
  • Candidates must have experience in the Curve category and a strong commercial acumen to balance creativity with profitability.
  • Key responsibilities include curating collections, collaborating on product planning, managing the buying process, and mentoring junior team members.
  • The ideal candidate should possess a relevant qualification in Fashion Buying or Design and have excellent stakeholder management skills.
  • This role is an exciting opportunity to join a growing global brand and make a significant impact in the fashion industry.

Senior Buyer | Ladies Fashion | International Role | Relocation to Australia | £75,000 - £80,000 + Relocation and Benefits We're on the lookout for a creative and driven Senior Buyer to join our amazing team and help us take our Curve category to new heights. If you love staying ahead of trends, have an eye for what's commercially right, and want to make a real impact, keep reading - this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for!

As the Senior Buyer you will:
  • Curate a collection that's balanced, on-trend, and commercially spot-on, with the right mix of prints, colours, and styles for all our regions.
  • Collaborate with the Managing Director and buying leaders on long-term product planning-you're a key player in the brand's growth!
  • Work with Design to ensure every piece is as fresh, fashionable, and true to the brand as possible.
  • Ensure our pricing structure is on point, driving both sales and profitability.
  • Manage the end-to-end buying process to make sure stock arrives on time and at the right place.
  • Dive deep into market data and sales trends to make quick, commercial decisions to keep the brand flying high.
  • Mentor a team of ambitious juniors, helping them grow and thrive in their buying careers.
  • Work closely with Design & QA to make sure our fits are perfect, fabrics are top-notch, and everything is made to last.
  • Make smart, commercial decisions to keep products profitable, meeting all financial targets and deadlines.
As the Senior Buyer we are looking for:
  • Curve experience is a must-you understand the unique needs of this category and how to bring it to life.
  • A strong commercial acumen and a talent for balancing creativity with profitability.
  • A deep understanding of fabrications, product categories, garment construction, and the ins and outs of the buying process.
  • Great at managing teams-you know how to inspire and lead while also supporting your team's growth.
  • A passion for trends-you're always ahead of the curve (pun intended!) when it comes to what's new and exciting in fashion.
  • Stakeholder management skills-working with Design, QA, Planning, and Marketing will be second nature to you.
  • A relevant qualification in Fashion Buying, Design, or something similar.

This is a fast-paced, exciting role in a growing global brand that's on the rise!You'll be part of an incredible team of creative minds who will inspire you every day, and you'll have the chance to shape the future of fashion at a company that's all about innovation, inclusivity, and quality.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.