Footwear & Accessories Buyer: Lead Seasonal Range

Matalan; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in the UK is seeking a Footwear & Accessories Buyer to manage product ranges and achieve sales targets. The role involves coordinating style, building supplier relationships, and collaborating with marketing. Candidates should have previous buying experience in footwear and accessories, strong leadership skills, and the ability to adapt to change. The position includes opportunities for career development and benefits like staff discounts, wellbeing support, and life assurance.

Benefits

20% staff discount

Wellbeing support

Life Assurance

Pension Scheme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Buyer or Assistant Buyer.
• Essential experience in Footwear & Accessories.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills.
• Ability to drive results aligned with company strategy.
• Willingness to travel when required.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate department look and style.
• Build relationships with suppliers.
• Collaborate with Merchandising team for campaign ranges.
• Prepare presentations for department heads.
• Manage product launches and team workflow.
• Negotiate product costs with suppliers.
• Develop departmental strategy aligned with KPIs.

Skills

Leadership skills

Negotiation

Commercial acumen

Ability to adapt to change

Job description

A retail company in the UK is seeking a Footwear & Accessories Buyer to manage product ranges and achieve sales targets. The role involves coordinating style, building supplier relationships, and collaborating with marketing. Candidates should have previous buying experience in footwear and accessories, strong leadership skills, and the ability to adapt to change. The position includes opportunities for career development and benefits like staff discounts, wellbeing support, and life assurance.