<dt class="rm-fieldTitle">Description</dt><dd class="rm-fieldData"><p class=""><strong><span class="">Buying Manager | Fashion &amp; Accessories | Ecom, Retail &amp; Wholesale | Circa £48,000 + Benefits </span></strong><br class=""><br class=""><em class="">Reporting directly to the Managing Director and wide SLT. </em></p><p class="">We're seeking a highly commercial, trend-savvy, and forward-thinking <span class="">Buyer</span> to lead and develop our buying strategy across a broad product offering. With responsibility for a reach of over 250 high-street retail doors in the UK alone, this is a pivotal, hands-on role that requires strong leadership, exceptional fashion acumen, and an international mindset.</p><h3 class="">As the Buying Manager, you will cover and lead:</h3><p class=""><span class="">Trend Analysis &amp; Product Development</span></p><ul class=""><li class=""><p class="">Continuously analyse and forecast trends using consumer data, social insights, and market intelligence to drive fashion-forward and commercially viable ranges.</p></li><li class=""><p class="">Take regular sourcing trips to the Far East to collaborate with suppliers on new designs, fabrics, and manufacturing innovations.</p></li><li class=""><p class="">Travel to key fashion capitals across Europe to conduct stock buys, attend trade fairs, and identify new product opportunities and market inspiration.</p></li><li class=""><p class="">Champion and drive newness through trend-led designs, category innovation, and a continual eye for fresh, commercially exciting product ranges.</p></li></ul><p class=""><span class="">Buying &amp; Procurement</span></p><ul class=""><li class=""><p class="">Attend trade fairs and suppliers to source new and innovative product lines.</p></li><li class=""><p class="">Negotiate pricing, delivery timelines, minimum order quantities, and exclusivity deals to maximise margin and speed to market.</p></li><li class=""><p class="">Monitor and manage open purchase orders, ensuring accurate records, vendor tracking, and timely deliveries.</p></li><li class=""><p class="">Provide weekly reporting to management on purchase order statuses, including closure updates and invoice reconciliation.</p></li><li class=""><p class="">Partner with the merchandising and allocations team to align deliveries, manage stock flows, and resolve issues with missing or back-ordered items.</p></li></ul><p class=""><span class="">Leadership &amp; Team Management</span></p><ul class=""><li class=""><p class="">Lead and inspire a small team including a Junior Buyer and Retail Allocators, providing strategic direction, mentorship, and development.</p></li><li class=""><p class="">Foster a culture of autonomy, creativity, and accountability - giving your team the space to grow while offering guidance and support.</p></li><li class=""><p class="">Be known as an approachable, fair, and empowering manager who champions collaboration and team success.</p></li></ul><p class=""><span class="">Cross-Functional Collaboration</span></p><ul class=""><li class=""><p class="">Liaise with Field Management teams to ensure store-level purchase orders are accurate and aligned with stock needs and trading patterns.</p></li><li class=""><p class="">Work cross-functionally with design, marketing, visual merchandising, and planning teams to execute cohesive seasonal stories and strategies.</p></li><li class=""><p class="">Report directly to the Managing Directors, playing a key role in high-level planning, business development, and growth initiatives.</p></li></ul><h3 class=""><span class="">About You:</span></h3><ul class=""><li class=""><p class="">A commercially astute buyer with a proven track record in fast-paced fashion retail (multi-category or multi-brand experience highly advantageous).</p></li><li class=""><p class="">Strong trend and product development sensibility, with experience in both Far East sourcing and European buying trips.</p></li><li class=""><p class="">Inspirational team leader who believes in nurturing talent, offering autonomy, and leading by example.</p></li><li class=""><p class="">Highly organised, analytical, and confident in data-led decision making, with excellent negotiation and supplier relationship skills.</p></li><li class=""><p class="">Adaptable, proactive, and passionate about driving innovation and staying ahead in a dynamic, consumer-focused market.</p></li></ul><p><strong>BBBH33868</strong></p></dd>