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Senior Buyer Multiproduct Womenswear

Michael Page Retail
Posted 15 hours ago, valid for 22 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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Sonic Summary

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  • Seeking a detail-oriented and trend-aware Senior Buyer for Womenswear with a strong focus on driving sales and profit margins.
  • The position is with a prominent retail client based in Birmingham, known for high-quality women's fashion and accessories.
  • Candidates should possess comprehensive knowledge of the retail industry and current fashion trends, along with strong negotiation skills.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role is required, along with excellent leadership abilities to mentor a team.
  • The role offers opportunities for professional development and a salary of £50,000 to £60,000.

Seeking a detail-oriented and trend-aware Senior Buyer for Womenswear. This role is perfect for candidates passionate about driving sales and profit margins while delivering an exceptional product range.

Client Details

Our client is a prominent player in the retail industry. Based in Birmingham, they have a solid reputation for delivering high-quality women's fashion and accessories that resonate with the trends of the season.

Description

  • Lead the buying process for the Womenswear department, ensuring products meet customer expectations and trends.
  • Lead inspirational, product development trips and factory visits globally.
  • Develop, implement, and review buying strategies to increase sales and profit margins.
  • Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to achieve the best possible terms.
  • Work closely with the design and merchandising teams to ensure a cohesive product range.
  • Monitor and analyse market trends, competitor activity, and customer behaviour to inform buying decisions.
  • Oversee product range selection and pricing decisions.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and legal standards in all buying activities.
  • Lead and mentor a team of junior buyers, providing guidance and development opportunities.

Profile

A successful Senior Buyer Womenswear should have:

  • Comprehensive knowledge of the retail industry and current fashion trends.
  • Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
  • Ability to analyse market data and make strategic buying decisions.
  • Excellent leadership skills with a proven ability to mentor and develop a team.

Job Offer

  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
  • A vibrant and collaborative company culture.

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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.