JUNIOR BUYER | HAMPSHIRE | circa £40,000 + BENEFITS | HYBRID | LADIES FASHIONJUNIOR BUYER BENEFITS

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free onsite parking
• Health programme
• Bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday per year ( Plus Bank Holidays)

This is a well known business that operationally turns over more than £300m a year. With having almost 50 stores across the country, they're well known, reputable and are now looking to expand their ladieswear area. AS THE JUNIOR BUYER:

• Creating and executing the buying strategy, including range building.
• Source, select and negotiate with suppliers to obtain the optimum product, process and terms of contract.
• Taking ownership of critical path and ensuring deadlines are met with any issues being raised and resolved.
• Prevent quality problems by considering and solving issues early on.
• Participate in meetings with the Buying team and Head of Fashion ensuring key information is communicated.
• Manage the category to achieve optimum performance and profit growth. Competent in data analysis to identify opportunities from weekly reports, analyse trading patterns and take appropriate action.
• Monitor and maintain stocks as per KPI's set and manage open-to-buy accordingly.
• Complete buying trips as needed within the UK and overseas to identify new suppliers and maintain relationships with present suppliers.
• Keep up to date with competitor and retail trends to inform product selection.
• Deliver the brand strategy, providing energy to drive the business forward
• Deliver innovative ideas for your category.

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