Assistant Buyer - Ready To Wear
Posted 4 days 7 hours ago by The Foschini Group / TFG London
We are looking for an Assistant Buyer to join us on a permanent contract. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our ready to wear offer for the Hobbs customer.
Our buyers play a crucial role in our business, developing and delivering commercial and profitable product ranges that set our Hobbs brand apart. The Assistant Buyer will work closely with the Senior Buyer and fellow Assistant Buyer on the department to anticipate and meet the needs of our global customers, ensuring a well-balanced range that aligns with our product and overall brand strategy.
Key accountabilities include:
- Overseeing and managing the critical path for each season's buying activity on the ready to wear department ensuring key deadlines are maintained and product is developed and delivered in time.
- Assisting the Senior Buyer with prepping meetings and presenting range reviews as needed.
- Coaching and developing the Buying Assistant on the department, offering support in their day-to-day duties and skill development.
- Liaising with suppliers on a day-to-day basis, managing prices, new developments, and orders while utilizing best negotiating skills.
- With guidance from the Senior Buyer, driving trade on a daily and weekly basis, chasing strong reactions and seeding new ideas.
- Anticipating new trends and product opportunities while meeting the needs of our Hobbs customer.
We are looking for an Assistant Buyer with relevant buying experience who is ready for the next step in their career. Proven experience in a Buying department and assisting in developing a comprehensive product range is crucial for success in this role.
What's in it for you?Across the TFG Brands, we pride ourselves on having our people at the heart of everything we do. We believe that a career in retail is unbeatable. We will provide you with the tools and time to develop your career in the direction you want to go. Alongside that, we offer great benefits, including:
- Hobbs Employee Discount of 70%, and 50% discount with Phase Eight and Whistles, as per the TFG Brands Discount Policy.
- Up to 28 days holiday entitlement per annum in addition to usual public and bank holidays.
- Financial and Wellbeing support.
- Enhanced Maternity package.
- Virtual GP service - unlimited access 24/7.
- Plus much more!
At TFG Brands, we Care, Connect, Collaborate, and Create. We have four brands in our portfolio: our iconic fashion brands Phase Eight, Whistles, and Hobbs, as well as our luxury Homewares brand Inside Story. We are committed to growth in multiple retail sectors.
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