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Junior Buyer
River Island. Agree department strategy and source/build a commercial product range aligned with key targets .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates strong commercial acumen and analytical skills to identify sales and margin opportunities while managing supplier relationships and product compliance. Proven ability to lead and develop teams, negotiate effectively, and implement sustainable practices in sourcing and product development.
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Commercial AcumenNegotiation SkillsTeam ManagementAnalytical SkillsProduct Development
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Hard Skills
Product DevelopmentMargin Growth IdentificationSourcing StrategiesSales Target DeliverySupplier Relationship ManagementTechnical ComplianceOmni-Channel ExperienceMarket Insight AnalysisCritical Path ManagementFit Session Support
Soft Skills
Interpersonal SkillsAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCoaching and MentoringAdaptability
Industry Keywords
Ethical Trading StandardsSustainable PracticesJunior BuyingMerchandising CollaborationCross-Divisional Networking
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Agree department strategy and source/build a commercial product range aligned with key targets
- Deliver a balanced range across all channels in collaboration with Design and Merchandising
- Review and manage the Critical Path and product development process
- Use customer, industry and competitor insight, including store visits and comp shops, to identify sales and margin opportunities
- Manage trading performance with the Merchandising counterpart and respond to risks and opportunities
- Identify margin growth opportunities through processes, product components, sourcing methods and suppliers
- Negotiate deals and delivery with suppliers
- Build effective partnerships with Merchandising, Design and Technical teams
- Incorporate sustainable practices into sourcing, development and production
- Uphold ethical trading standards and address supplier relationship risks
- Ensure technical, fabric and product compliance requirements are met
- Plan sourcing strategies to reduce costs and grow margin
- Support Technical teams in fit sessions and ensure product quality and fit
- Support wholesale opportunities
- Communicate supplier mix, cloth and trade information across divisions
- Build cross-divisional and external networks
- Support implementation of company working practices and processes
- Manage and develop Junior Buying team members and support their objectives
Requirements
What you’ll need- Previous experience as a Junior Buyer, or established Assistant Buyer is required
- Experience in an omni-channel business is highly desirable
- Track record of delivering sales and margin targets is essential
- A supplier and industry network is essential
- Track record of identifying and delivering on new product opportunities
- Track record of either directly managing others, or supporting and mentoring other team members
- Strong commercial and analytical skills
- Strong verbal and numerical reasoning skills
- Very good negotiation skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Highly organised and proactive, with good prioritisation skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and self-awareness
- Good management and development skills
- Ability to build and nurture relationships and work collaboratively
- Curious, continuous learning mindset
- Disciplined, conscientious and results oriented
- Highly resilient and adaptable, with ability to multitask
- Forward-thinking and innovative
- Coaching and mentoring mindset
- Ability to present and assert own views
- Good presentation skills
- Passion for the River Island brand and customer
Benefits
Comp & perks- Generous 50% staff discount
- Discounts, benefits, financial advice, wellbeing solutions and more through the Retail Trust
- Free onsite gym
- Subsidised restaurant & café
- Various social events throughout the year
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption & fertility treatment support
- Dedicated support through the Retail Trust
- ‘Giver Island’ day each year
- Matched funding
- On-the-job training and qualifications
- Progression opportunities throughout Retail & Head Office
- Employer contribution toward retirement
- Private pension plan
- Optional healthcare through AXA
- 25 days paid holiday, exclusive of Bank Holidays
- Option to purchase additional holiday twice a year
- Flexible working requests considered for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise