At a Glance
- Tasks: Support product launches and manage sourcing projects while collaborating with teams.
- Company: Join a dynamic fashion company focused on sustainability and innovation.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, hands-on experience, and opportunities for growth in the fashion industry.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with a focus on learning and adapting.
- Why this job: Be part of a creative team making a real impact in sustainable fashion.
- Qualifications: Experience in buying or product development, especially in clothing, is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 28000 £ per year.
The Buyer will be responsible for supporting and working with the Account Management Team & Technical Team on resourcing projects/new product launches & critical path management for continuity product, as well as providing administrative support to the Buying/Sourcing Team.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for sample development, managing sourcing sheets & critical path.
- Ensuring day-to-day follow up with factories & suppliers is actioned and relevant teams are kept up to date.
- Maintaining swatch book library and sourcing new fabrics with a focus on sustainability.
- Support sign off for new products/ranges.
- Ensure Technical Packs are correct for the factory & the Merchandising team.
- Provide the Merchandising team with all relevant product detail; Technical Packs, Visuals & Cost prices to ensure orders are raised accurately and efficiently.
- Support fit process.
- Support packaging developments.
- Handle all submissions, bulks & lab dips and ensuring comments are sent on time.
- Ensure product quality is kept up to standard.
- Have a good technical understanding of all industry fabric.
- Provide support to the Buying Manager/Technical Team to ensure all factories are following company guidelines.
- Provide administrative support to the Buying/Sourcing team, as required.
- Be an effective communicator and pass on essential information to management & other areas of the business.
- Be able to provide information to Senior Management (CEO) quickly & concisely when required.
- Be a key supportive member within a growing team & business.
- Be willing to learn & adapt in a fast-paced environment.
- To complete any other reasonable tasks as required by the management team.
Our ideal candidate will have:
- Experience in buying and/or product development, ideally experienced working on clothing.
- Technical Fabric knowledge desirable.
- Strong organisational skills with a systematic approach to working.
- Ability to take initiative & work independently, as well as in a team.
- Capability of working on multiple projects in parallel & prioritising own workload.
- Experience working to a Product Development/Production calendar and tight deadlines.
- Ability to cope under pressure to meet the demand of the business.
- Experience of working closely with manufacturers on development.
Part Time Buyer in St Albans employer: The Stevenson Group
The Stevenson Group is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises teamwork and safety in our production centre. With comprehensive training on internal systems and a commitment to employee growth, we provide opportunities for advancement while ensuring a rewarding experience in the logistics sector.
We think you need these skills to ace Part Time Buyer in St Albans
Sample Development
Sourcing Management
Critical Path Management
Sustainability Focus
Technical Pack Preparation
Product Detail Communication
Fit Process Support
