Assistant Buyer Home Brands Lighting & Furniture
Assistant Buyer Home Brands Lighting & Furniture
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About the Role:
Working as part of a dynamic and experienced team this role is a great opportunity to join a key part of the Next Home team with a focus on Furniture and Lighting in our Branded department. We are looking to recruit an Assistant Buyer who is passionate and hardworking and who will play a pivotal part in our continued growth and development.
Youll be joining the Label Home Buying team offering them key support for the buying developing and reviewing of seasonal ranges from the brand mix in the department. Youll have key duties at every stage of the process from product development to trading the ranges in season to maximise sales opportunities considering everything from market shifts to new and emerging fashion trends. Youll be accountable for accurately maintaining product systems and ensuring critical dates and deadlines are met. Youll also build productive and strong relationships with the brands and supply base as well as provide assistance and development opportunities across the department
About You:
The role requires the ability to manage multiple product ranges effectively and a clear grasp of our brands and their DNA. You should ideally be an experienced Assistant Buyer with strong analytical and planning skills . You will need to be trend driven have experience working in a fast paced environment and be able to take ownership for part of the range. You should be able to easily identify the latest trends for this category and have comprehensive knowledge of the market competition.
A proven track record in identifying opportunities to streamline the critical path and trade ranges in-season is crucial. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal are necessary for effective team-work. A proactive attitude and a team-player mindset are valued attributes in this role. We would ideally like to bring in an Assistant Buyer with expert knowledge in this industry!
Your team
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Assistant Buyer to join the team Home Brands & License at Next. This team is full of industry experts who live and breathe all things Homeware. This role will be a platform for an experienced self motivated Assistant Buyer to embrace the challenge of working with a successful and very fast paced department. You will be accountable for planning and buying the product. The job would be based in our Enderby office Leicester.
Sponsorship
Candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship for this role will be required to meet the Home Office sponsorship requirements. For further information please see: encourage early applications for our roles as our recruitment process begins as soon as the role is advertised. If we successfully fill the position this advert may close earlier than planned.
Employment Type
Full-Time
