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Assistant Buyer The Set Menswear

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Job Location:

Leicester - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 13 August 2026 (16 days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

The Set effortless sophisticated timeless affordable pieces. We believe great design should be accessible for everyone so we have created perfect multipacks and stand alone items that mix and match effortlessly together so you can curate endless outfits.

The Set is Nexts own groundbreaking brand. Our ambitious growth plans are already underway and now were looking for ambitious people to help us take this momentum to the next level.

What we are all about:
Affordable Style
Timeless Essentials
Effortless Trends

Here youll own your vision take charge of your creativity and enjoy true autonomy. If youre ready to lead innovate and make your mark The Set is where you belong.

Working Pattern:Typically 5 days in the office with core hours flexible between 8am-6pm.


The Role
This is your chance to be at the forefront of innovation being a part of a cutting-edge team and crafting its identity from the ground up. Youll be pivotal in defining whats possible and leave a lasting impact. Heres how you can make an impact:

Were on the hunt for a passionate trend-led and seasoned Menswear Assistant Buyer to join our team in Market Harborough focusing on a new Brand License as part of The Sets continued growth. This role is across The Set Mens and also a new Brand License.

What Youll Take On
We are expanding our portfolio through exclusive new brand licensing partnerships driving the end-to-end creation of high growth next generation brands.

Range Development: Assist in creating a commercially successful collection aligned with The Sets bold vision.

Fit & Quality Excellence: Supporting in fit sessions ensuring garments meet quality standards and assisting with lab dip and strike-off approval process ensuring consistency and alignment with brand standards. Support with the progression and development of items through meticulous oversight ensuring all colour and material standards are met before production.

Supplier Collaboration: Communicate clearly and effectively with suppliers ensuring smooth processes and timely deliveries.

Cost Negotiation: Work with suppliers to achieve competitive costs and meet key performance indicators.

Data-Driven Decisions: Analyse sales and trends to identify new opportunities and shape future collections.

Sample Management: Coordinate samples for meetings photoshoots and other key stages in the product life cycle.

About the Team
Join an extraordinary team where creativity innovation and a passion for excellence are at the heart of everything we do. Our team thrives on a shared enthusiasm for Buying and the pursuit of elevating every detail blending cutting-edge innovation with expertise across multi-fabrications. This is your chance to be part of a collective that constantly pushes boundaries and sets new standards.

With a fresh and exciting launch on the horizon were buzzing with energy and determination to make this range truly stunning.

What Youll Bring
Menswear experience is a must! We are looking for someone with vast experience of working within Menswear at Assistant level who can demonstrate the following:-

Trend Awareness: A sharp eye for trends and whats next in fashion.

Own Label Expertise: Proven experience in assisting with developing unique and compelling own-label designs.

Detail-Oriented Approach:Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Entrepreneurial Spirit: A proactive mindset ready to innovate and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment.

This role offers a rare opportunity to contribute to the launch of a fresh new brand where your ideas and efforts will have a tangible impact on the success of The Set.

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.

At NEXT we believe the best work happens when there are no barriers to collaboration. Thats why we are a Google-powered workspace. From your very first day youll be using the full Google Workspace suite; Docs Drive and Meet to stay connected and move fast.

If your previous experience is rooted in other software suites dont worry! Well point you to a digital Google toolkit the moment you join packed with handy guides and insider tips to help you transition smoothly and hit the ground running.


#LI-Onsite




Required Experience:

Junior IC


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You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 44,000 people across the Next group. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 450 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possib ... View more

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