Learning And Development jobs in United Kingdom

Reporting to the Senior Buyer on Knitwear, you will support in developing and driving the success of our Daywear Knitwear and Knitted Loungewear collections. You will contribute to the strategy, sourcing, and development of the range, ensuring it aligns with both brand vision and commercial objectives.

This is a pivotal role within our largest Daywear category and requires a proactive, commercially-minded individual with a strong eye for product and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Support the Senior Buyer in developing an exciting and commercial knitwear range, from concept through to delivery, aligned with the brand DNA and seasonal strategy.
• Analyse sales performance, identify opportunities, and take appropriate actions to maximise profitability.

• Manage strategic supplier relationships to ensure we offer premium product, at affordable prices whilst achieving set dept margins.
• Ensure the timely delivery of the range in line with the critical path, aiming to meet a 90% availability target.
• Work closely across function (Design, Technical & Merchandising) to ensure a balanced, profitable and aspirational range is delivered.
• Present with confidence and impact in key meetings, including trade reviews, sign-offs, and discussions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor and react to market trends, customer feedback, and competitor activity to inform buying decisions.
• Manage and support junior team members, providing guidance and fostering their development.
• Maintain an organised, detail-focused approach to all administrative and commercial processes.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners to keep all stakeholders informed.

• Previous experience as a Junior Buyer in Womenswear or as a Senior Assistant Buyer, ideally within knitwear category.
• Passion for product with a strong eye for style, colour, and quality that aligns with The White Company aesthetic.
• Highly organised and able to manage a large category alongside the Senior Buyer, prioritising tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills – able to interpret sales data and take strategic action.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with confidence working alongside Design, Technical and Merchandising teams, and managing both internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven negotiation skills with experience managing supplier relationships.
• Demonstrate clear understanding of the Critical Path, with a meticulous attention to detail and ability to coach and support others in maintaining key deadlines and processes.
• Experience presenting in key product meetings.
• Prior line management experience – ability to mentor and develop junior team members.
• Positive, solutions-focused attitude, with a flexible and collaborative approach.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of Microsoft Office.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Passion for product.

At The White Company, we value our employees for always going the extra mile for every one of our customers; we reward this with great benefits and competitive salaries.

• Discount -Up to 50% discount and access to regular Sample Sales
• Holiday - 25 days rising to 28 with length of service
• Holiday Buy – opportunity to buy up to 5 days holiday
• Pension Scheme - enrolled in our Group Personal Pension schemes upon joining the business.
• Bonus - In addition to our competitive salaries, all our employees are entitled to join a discretionary bonus scheme (based on policy eligibility)
• Perkplace Benefits Platform – offering a variety of discounts across well-being and lifestyle
• Wagestream Money Management app - access to Wagestream gives you power over your pay and supports financial wellbeing
• Continued Development – We offer structured support from our own in-house Learning and Development Hub
• Salary Sacrifice scheme for Electric vehicles (dependent on grade and meeting policy eligibility)
• Continued Development - Inclusion on our Leadership Development Programme (eligibility for contracts of 6 months plus Grade D & E roles only)
• Continued Development – We offer structured support from our own in-house Learning and Development Hub
• Private Healthcare with additional Babylon Digital Healthcare (based on contract duration)
• Life Assurance

• Fruit basket daily
• Tea and coffee provided
• Working from Home - option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays
• Social - Christmas party/social events throughout the year
• Seasonal Sample Sales
• Volunteer Day - with a charity of your choice
• Great Location - Close to transport links - over ground Shepherds Bush station /underground White City & Wood Lane stations. Westfield shopping centre with shops restaurants/bars/cinema and gyms

At The White Company we are committed to creating an inclusive culture that welcomes and celebrates a diversity of backgrounds and identities.

We are working together to ensure our environment is one where people can bring their authentic selves to work, where their contribution is valued, ability enhanced, and perspective appreciated. Where difference is respected, encouraged, and celebrated. Where you can feel you belong.

We are committed to an active Equality Diversity and Inclusion Policy, which starts with our recruitment and selection process.

We'd love you to join us on our journey.

We are committed to building a sustainable legacy that will enable a brighter future for people and our planet. We believe this should be reflected in everything we do.