Work closely with the photography & marketing team, managing the product creation process. Ensure all data and information is available and accessible through the content brief to create market leading product listings.
Carrying out in-store and online competitor analysis to consistently keep up to date with new trends, colours and fabrics. Creating mood & trend boards where needed to support.
Client Details
A great opportunity for a Junior Buyer to join a growing Ecommerce Retailer in the Worsley area. They sell a variety of trend led products for the home and apparel, from bedding to throws, cushions to loungewear. Due to strong trading figures and company investment, they are seeking to add a Junior Buyer to their buying team.
Description
1. Develop an in-depth understanding of product to support the product development process.
2. Ownership of data and administrative tasks. Ensure range plans and systems pricing are always up to date. Support with system SKU creation.
3. Assisting with managing the sample process - lab dips/strike offs, red seals and gold seals - labelling and filing.
4. Aiding in the management of the critical path, ensuring team deadlines are met and that the team is up to date with any challenges that may impact delivery dates.
5. Checking and creating product packaging & specification packs.
6. Help to maintain the Showroom, Gold Seal room, and office space keeping them organised and current.
Profile
1. Understanding of the retail industry and current market trends.
2. Experience in a buying role, ideally within the product development buying.
3. An eye for design and a passion for trends and homeware.
4. Experience of working with suppliers, overseas factories, etc.
5. Excellent communication skills.
Job Offer
* Competitive Salary
* Free Parking, Close to transport links
* 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
* Working Hours 8-4, or 9-5 with 4 o'clock finish on a Friday
* Early Finish on your Birthday - plus a Birthday box surprise!
* Access to Football tickets
* Electric Charging points are available at our Head office.
* Opportunities for professional development and career growth, including progression opportunities.
* Collaborative and innovative work environment.
* Employee discounts on our wide range of products.
Job Info
Job Title: Junior Buyer / Buyer
Company: CV-Library
Location: Competitive
Posted:
Closes:
Sector: Retail & Purchasing
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
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