Buyer/Senior Buyer - 1 YEAR FTC - Legacy London Recruitment LTD : Job Details

We are recruiting for a Menswear Buyer or Senior Buyer to join a globally established footwear and accessories brand in London, on a 1 year FTC (maternity cover).

You'll be responsible for sourcing, developing and buying a commercial, comprehensive and balanced range within the parameters of the business margin goals, price architecture and seasonal timing.

Some responsibilities include:

• Using trend and market data to give partners an overview of footwear developments; presenting this in a engaging and confident manner
• Taking responsibility to ensure the samples and showrooms are set up and presented in a timely and appropriate manner
• Developing a number of critical paths to work in conjunction with the seasons and variable selling periods
• Managing department critical path and minimise risk to the business accordingly
• Working closely with our partners to understand sales performance, emerging trends, and category mixes and react accordingly
• Developing ranges, through a reliable and flexible supplier base ensuring price and quality
• Developing the best commercial range for the target market, giving clear briefs and working very closely with the Design team.
• Understanding, reacting and delivering market specific product or requirements

About you:

• Have at least 4 years of experience as a Buyer
• Must have at least 3 years of experience within men's footwear buying
• Strong Communication
• Proficient in Microsoft Office/Systems

This is a great opportunity for someone looking for that next step up within an established brand that is constantly growing and expanding. The role is based near Westfield, Shepherds Bush and offers hybrid working (Mon, Tues and Thurs in the office, the rest from home). This role is a 1 year FTC with potential to go permanent. The company are offering a great salary + benefits!