Assistant Buyer

Assistant Buyer - Womenswear Non-Clothing - License

Leicester, England, United Kingdom

A thriving fashion company is keen to expand its flourishing team within the children swear division. Working closely with a key high street customer, the successful candidate will support the delivery of commercial, trend‑led ranges in a fast‑paced environment.

• Working closely with buyers to review briefs, seasonal requirements and key trends.
• Attending customer meetings, presenting samples, taking detailed notes and communicating feedback to the design team.
• Conducting trend and competitor research to support range development.
• Sourcing new products, fabrics, and yarns, and managing the sampling process from initial development through to approval.
• Build and develop customer relationships.
• Liaising with factories and overseas suppliers to ensure timelines, quality, and cost targets are met.
• Supporting cost negotiations where required.

The ideal candidate must have some experience working with High Street retailers/brands and be able to confidently develop ranges.

Must also have excellent communication and organisation skills with a drive to succeed and a ‘can do’ attitude.

Associate

Full‑time

Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Other

Retail Apparel and Fashion and Fashion Accessories Manufacturing