Danielle Ward Recruitment
Assistant Buyer
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Assistant Buyer – Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Buyer to join a growing team within the childrenswear division. Working closely with a key high street customer, the successful candidate will gain valuable exposure across account management, product development and customer relationships, supporting the delivery of commercial, trend-led ranges in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Working closely with buyers to review briefs, seasonal requirements and key trends
- Attending customer meetings, presenting samples, taking detailed notes and communicating feedback clearly to the design team
- Conducting trend and competitor research to support range development
- Collaborating with product development to build cohesive, commercial childrenswear ranges
- Sourcing new products, fabrics and yarns, and managing the sampling process from initial development through to approval
- Liaising with factories and overseas suppliers to ensure timelines, quality and cost targets are met
- Proactively raising and resolving any issues relating to orders or production
- Supporting cost negotiations and margin management where required
- Identifying opportunities to grow and develop existing customer accounts
- Attending trade fairs and supplier visits as part of ongoing product and market development
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- Well organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks
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This role is ideal for an ambitious individual looking to build a career within childrenswear and supplier-side account management, offering excellent progression and hands-on industry experience.
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