Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsFree Parking ; Close to transport linksHybrid WorkingAbout Our ClientA great opportunity for a Buyer - Menswear FTC to join a leading multi channel retailer in the Leeds area who offer hybrid working. They are an established business that have been trading for a number of years.. They are also known for their internal progression.Job DescriptionTo plan, design, source and select a commercial range of products within a structured supplier base, in line with the company's objectives.To present these ranges for sign off by the senior management.To manage the development process within an agreed critical path, ensuring that sign off and deliveries are to schedule.To achieve the best garment fit / product by working closely with QA and design where applicable.To manage your team, their workload, development and morale.To manage your department sampling and travel budget.To negotiate with suppliers and maintain good working relationships in order to achieve the right product from the best source in terms of price, quality and delivery.Ensure that suppliers and internal departments have all the information required to maintain delivery dates, and all specifications are issued in line with the critical path.Ensure all costings on the system are checked and are correct.Full understanding of customer needs to maximise profits and provide a commercially viable range of merchandise at competitive prices.To increase turnover and profit by remaining competitive and innovative in line with competitors.To source / develop new suppliers to service the brand portfolio, in line with the company termsRegularly review performance indicators such as sale, quality, lead time, price and suppliers.Working collaboratively with merchandisers to deliver competitive ranges on timeTo analyse performance and consumer buying patterns to predict future trends, forward plan and innovate where possible.To manage all web photography, styling and descriptions for your ranges, ensuring product is photographed on time to launch on the web when stock arrives in the warehouse.Ensure that we achieve the best possible in store presentation through relevant packaging development and contribution to the visual merchandising brief.To manage your team effectively, so that the Department runs efficiently and morale is maintained.Working closely with Retail / Wholesale to monitor market trends and customer feedback.Attending seasonal trade fairs - in the UK and overseas where required.Undertake research, store and market reports for the business where required.Training and mentoring junior members of the team and encouraging growthPresent ranges for various key meetings throughout the season, such as seasonal conference.UK & Overseas travel will be requiredThe Successful ApplicantKnowledge of relevant garment / products / fabrics and constructionsPresentation skills - visual, verbal and writtenOrganisational skills - the ability to manage the critical path from product development to delivery / in store salesTeam player - ability to manage working relationships at all levelsNumerate - working with margin calculations and budgetsNegotiation skills - ability to work with suppliers to agree the best price for a product while maintaining quality requirementsSourcing - ability to find new suppliers / bring contacts to the supplier portfolio balancing lead times / price and quality factorsProblem solving skills - able to make the right the decision when faced with sales / supply / quality issuesAbility to manage and mentor junior members of the teamUnderstanding of the clothing industry & trading environments. Broad knowledge of either retail or wholesale environmentsStrategic thinker - able to look forward and innovateCreative flair - ability to balance creative product selection with a commercial eyeWhat's on Offer Competitive salary + Mix of Office & Home Working - (3 Office Days / 2 Work from Home Days) + 37.5 Hour work week + Flexible working hours + Progression Opportunities + Free Parking + Close to transport links + Early Finish on a Friday + Discount on Product Buyer - MenswearBuyer - MenswearContactLyndsey SheridanQuote job refJN-092024-6529307Phone number+44 7970967003Job summaryJob functionBusiness SupportSub SectorRetailSectorRetailLocationLeedsContract typeTemporaryConsultant nameLyndsey SheridanConsultant phone+44 7970967003Job referenceJN-092024-6529307Job NatureHybrid working