Aspiring Buyer: Swim & Accessories (Womenswear) - Hybrid

Marks & Spencer Plc; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Greater London seeks a Junior Buyer for Swim and Accessories. The successful candidate will manage outerwear trading, collaborate with design and sourcing offices, and lead junior team members. A strong background in womenswear is required along with a commercial mindset and ability to analyze market trends. This hybrid role also emphasizes collaboration and creativity, offering a dynamic work environment and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

20% colleague discount

Competitive holiday entitlement

Discretionary bonus schemes

Defined Contribution Pension Scheme

Dedicated training programs

Wellbeing support

Charity volunteer day

Qualifications

• Working at least Junior Buyer level in a fast-paced retailer.
• Extensive womenswear experience is essential.
• Product obsession with a commercial mindset.

Responsibilities

• Trade outerwear collaboratively with merchandising.
• Understand M&S’ customer and market trends.
• Manage product mix parameter based on historical sales.
• Provide leadership to junior Buying team members.
• Oversee timely completion of the buying process.

Skills

Strong womenswear product eye

Ability to build relationships

Cost price negotiations knowledge

Comprehensive product range development

Knowledge of the competitive marketplace

Merchandise Planning understanding

Digital and global mindset

Job description

A leading retail company in Greater London seeks a Junior Buyer for Swim and Accessories. The successful candidate will manage outerwear trading, collaborate with design and sourcing offices, and lead junior team members. A strong background in womenswear is required along with a commercial mindset and ability to analyze market trends. This hybrid role also emphasizes collaboration and creativity, offering a dynamic work environment and numerous employee benefits.