Buyer

Ref: AS6342306

London, UK

£50,000

• Permanent
• Fashion Retail
• Trading Analysis
• Supplier Management

About the candidate

A commercially focused buying and merchandising professional with over five years’ experience in the fashion retail sector. They bring a strong eye for emerging trends, solid trading analysis skills and a practical approach to building ranges that balance creativity with commercial performance.

They have worked across regional, mid-sized and national retail environments, supporting seasonal assortments, supplier relationships, range reviews and product launches. Collaborative, adaptable and confident working at pace, they are well suited to a permanent role within a fast-moving retail or consumer brand.

What makes them great?

• Strong Commercial Mindset – Uses trading insight and market trends to make informed product decisions that support sales growth and customer relevance.
• Cost-Conscious Approach – Has delivered sourcing strategies that achieved cost savings while maintaining product quality and brand standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaborator – Works well with merchandising, marketing and supply chain teams to support timely launches and commercially aligned campaigns.

Areas of expertise

• Buying & Range Planning – Experienced in developing trend-led product ranges, supporting seasonal assortments and aligning collections with customer demand.
• Trading & Market Analysis – Skilled at using weekly trading data, market research and consumer insight to shape product decisions and improve sales performance.
• Supplier & Product Management – Confident supporting vendor negotiations, maintaining supplier relationships and ensuring quality standards are met.