Junior Buyer Menswear

White Stuff was established in 1985 through a simple idea. This idea grew and now we have shops and concessions in the UK and internationally, selling women’s and men’s clothing as well as beautiful accessories and homeware. Our original prints (all designed in house), intricate details and considered design touches reflect our personality and make us subtly distinctive.

Our people are at the heart of our brand, constantly moving and driving us forward. We’re sociable,talented,andlike-mindedand we’re not hierarchical or political in how we do business. We encourage entrepreneurial ideas and accountability at all levels.

AJunior Buyerwith clear track record of delivering positive product and sales performance across e-command retail channels. You’ll be self-motivated individual, capable of driving product performance  you’ll have a passion for product and an eye for detail.

As aMenswear

Junior Buyer, you willstrategicallydevelop and select a product range which maximises sales opportunities and anticipates and exceeds customer needs. Therole includessourcing product,negotiating cost prices which meet financial targets and market position,allwhilst ensuring products meet the company quality and safety standards.

You willhave the ability to manage multiple product categories varyinglead times.

• Range Development
• Workwiththe Designteamtoensuretheinspirationalrangebalanceisachievedacrossmultipledepartment and product categories.
• Developacommercialrangetakingintoconsiderationthesupplychainprocess
• Providecommercialbalancebetweenaestheticsandfinancialtargets, working closely with the Merchandising function.
• Understand and evaluate thecapabilitiesofsupplierbasewhilst anticipating future sourcingrequirements.
• Understandsbuyingcalendarofamulti-channel business.
• Research and react to relevantcompetitors.
• Work collaboratively with the menswear senior buyer to ensure development of a cohesive menswear range
• Commercial Acumen
• Monitorthesalesperformanceweeklytoevaluateandproposeandimplementany actions that need to be taken, maximising growth areas while managing risk
• Clearunderstandingofthecommercialdriversofthebusiness,relatingtheseto the product strategyfromdesignconceptto delivery
• Makedecisionsincontextofcorrectcommercialbalancebetweenaestheticsand profit without compromising brandvalues.
• Abilitytoagreeandsetdeliverydatesinlinewiththecriticalpathand be aware of key milestones.
• Prepareinitialoutlinesforrangeplan,keepinginmindthecomplex needsof amulti-channel business.
• Excellentrangeplanningskills,workingcloselywith
  
  Merchandiseand
  
  Designfunctions.
• Working with Production and Garment Techsto  deliver product that adheres tobrand quality standards.
• Responsiblefortheentirefitsealingprocessensuringitcoincideswiththecriticalpath.

• Relevantbuyingexperienceinmenswear clothing
• An eye for appropriate contemporary fashionwith an ability to contribute and drive the product development, working closely with the Design team to identify trends and opportunities.
• Highdegreeofbuyingknowledgeandexpertise
• Theabilitytoinfluenceandcommunicateeffectivelyatalllevels
• Abilitytoworkunderpressureandmeetdeadlines
• Highlyflexiblewiththeabilitytomanageseveralactivitiessimultaneously
• Commitment,drive,andself-motivation
• Showsinitiativeandisproactivewith decision making
• Proven ability to manage junior members of the team to deliver high function working

As aJunior

Buyerat White Stuffyou will be entitled to an array of great benefits, some of which include:

• Hybrid working- 4 days in the office
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Up to 33 days holiday per annum
• 2 extra (paid!) days off per year to volunteer in the local community
• 50% discount
• SubsidisedBUPA Dental Insurance
• Healthcare cash plan and Life Assurance
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Pension Contribution

We are committed to creating an environment where we can all be proud to work and be ourselves. Part of this commitment is being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race,colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, and age.

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England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland