Buying Manager

THE OPPORTUNITY We’re excited to be recruiting for a Buying Manager to play a key role in shaping and delivering our buying strategy across our brands. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially driven buying leader who combines a passion for product with strong strategic thinking, a sharp eye for opportunity and the ability to turn business objectives into commercially successful collections. We’re excited to be recruiting for a Buying Manager to play a key role in shaping and delivering our buying strategy across our brands. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially driven buying leader who combines a passion for product with strong strategic thinking, a sharp eye for opportunity and the ability to turn business objectives into commercially successful collections. Working closely with the Senior Buying Manager and our wider product teams, you’ll lead seasonal buying plans, drive category performance and oversee the development and delivery of our ranges, ensuring every collection reflects our brand direction and customer needs. You’ll also lead and develop the Buying team, setting clear priorities, building capability and creating an environment where collaboration, accountability and great ideas can flourish. If you’re an experienced Buying Manager with a background in fashion, jewellery, accessories or a related industry, this could be the perfect next step in your career! The role is Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm. You’ll enjoy the exciting buzz of our stunning head office in Banbury, Oxfordshire, spending an average of three days a week in the office, with the flexibility to work from home on the remaining days. During key seasonal sign-off periods, you’ll also need to be in the office for full weeks to support collaboration and decision-making. BEHIND THE BRANDS We’re a family-run, entrepreneurial company with an exciting pace of life and a bright and friendly team. We are passionate about creating stunning products with a personal touch and innovating our business behind the scenes. We value creativity, collaboration and integrity. How You'll Contribute Key Responsibilities Buying candidates with a womenswear background may also be considered. Strong commercial acumen, with experience in product range development, supplier management, cost negotiation and margin delivery. Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret sales data, product performance and market trends to make informed commercial recommendations. Strong understanding of buying processes, critical path management, product development and supplier performance. Experience managing, coaching and developing a team, with the ability to motivate others and drive accountability. Confident communicator with strong influencing, negotiation and relationship-building skills. Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple categories and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Proficient in Excel and Power BI, with the ability to analyse data and present clear commercial insights. Working knowledge of product compliance, quality and sourcing requirements. A genuine passion for fashion, accessories, product innovation and customer-led product development. Proactive and solutions-focused, with the confidence to take ownership of operational challenges and recognise when strategic decisions need to be escalated. PERFECTLY PACKAGED A competitive salary 33 days holiday rising to 35 with length of service inclusive of bank holiday A broad benefits package including our staff favourite – a very generous staff discount across both our brands. See all of our benefits on our careers portal Opportunities to make an impact as well as learn and develop further An innovative and friendly workplace with a team we’re proud to be part of. Find out more about us and our culture on our careers portal Joma Jewellery was founded in 2008 by Katie and Geoff Loxton, since then we have gone from strength to strength, launching Katie Loxton in 2015 and growing our business beyond the UK. We know that part of that growth comes from the fact that we take diversity and inclusion very seriously. We strive to be the best in our field, and we know that happens by hiring a diverse team and encouraging everyone to be their authentic selves when working with us. We don’t hire based on cultures, preferences, or personalities – it’s what you bring to the team that counts. We are always striving to improve our way of working to be more inclusive, diverse and equal, including encouraging all team members to bring their ideas to the table as we know this is key to our continued success.