Assistant Buyer - Brands

Job description

Working Pattern: Typically 5 days in the office, with core hours flexible between 8am-6pm. The Role: Working across a very successful and growing department, you’ll support brand management, range selection, and trading activity across Menswear, focusing on Hugo Boss Tailoring.. It’s a varied, fast-moving role and an exciting team to be a part of! What You’ll Take On: You’ll be joining the Brands buying team, offering them key support for the buying, developing and reviewing of the brand mix and ranges in the department. You’ll have key responsibilities at every stage of the process, from account management and product selection to trading the ranges in season to maximise sales opportunities – considering everything from market shifts to new and emerging fashion trends. You will be working closely and collaboratively with your merchandising team. You’ll also have the opportunity to suggest new brands to bring to the mix and put these forward to launch on the NEXT website. You’ll be responsible for accurately maintaining product systems and ensuring critical dates and deadlines are met. You’ll also build productive and strong relationships with the brands and supply base as well as...