Assistant Buyer - Footwear

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Visit relevant markets and JD Stores to support Buyer and increase market/competition knowledge
• Assist Buyer by attending all appointments, with involvement in selection and editing of product
• Assist Buyer in the preparation of presenting ranges for sign off with the relevant functions
• Preparation and presentation of performance in trade meetings
• Proposals to assist driving sales in your relevant department by reviewing sales and constantly looking for opportunities (i.e. repeat buys)
• Complete and present to buyer the planograms for relevant category
• Regular dialogue with key brands to build relationships
• Research and be aware of new brands on the market to propose opportunities for relevant category
• Drive social media/marketing content via marketing and multichannel teams to ensure category features across all channels
• Manage samples

• Extensive knowledge of our store base and website
• Strong awareness of product file to a line level detail
• Awareness of incoming stock and ability to manage the file in Buyer absence
• Confidence in building relationships with brands and internal departments within the business
• Acts as the lead partner between the Buyer and marketing/multichannel departments driving change and growth within social media
• Proactive and confidence in suggesting changes
• Confidence to challenge and influence at all levels

• Relevant branded buying or merchandising experience is advantageous but not essential
• Strong understanding and knowledge of current and upcoming sports fashion trends at a high street and premium level price point
• Retail experience
• Computer literate – Knowledge of Word, Excel and Power point advantageous but not essential
• Organisational skills are essential
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced buying office environment

• Development linked to your role with the business
• An opportunity to work across multi-brands both UK and Internationally