We are recruiting for a Buyer to join a global, pop culture-led consumer products business known for designing, developing, and distributing licensed product.
Based in London, you will be responsible for shaping and delivering a compelling product assortment across global direct-to-consumer e-commerce platforms. It is a commercially driven, product-led position that combines product development, buying, merchandising, and strategic planning to create an engaging customer experience and drive business performance.
The role requires a strong understanding of IP and licensing, with the ability to influence and drive an exclusive product strategy.
This role offers hybrid working, 1-2 days in the office.
Main Responsibilities Will Include:
- Lead product selection and development for exclusive items in collaboration with cross-functional teams including Product Development, Licensing, and Creative.
- Drive the exclusive product strategy, identifying opportunities to differentiate the assortment through unique and compelling offerings.
- Build and execute monthly buy plans, balancing exclusive development with core product ranges aligned to category and audience needs.
- Identify and leverage new and emerging IP, working closely with Licensing teams to expand product opportunities.
- Influence global product line plans through trend insights, performance data, and customer behaviour.
- Demonstrate strong knowledge of IP and licensing frameworks, ensuring all product strategies align with licensing agreements and brand objectives.
- Own product lifecycle management, ensuring strong full-price sell-through and effective inventory control.
- Analyse sales performance and forecasting data to drive informed, commercial decision making.
- Develop and implement global promotional strategies aligned with trading objectives.
- Plan and manage product launches and key trading moments across platforms.
- Oversee pricing and markdown strategies to optimise revenue and inventory health.
Person Specification
- Strong experience in e-commerce buying or merchandising within a retail or consumer-focused environment.
- Ideally have knowledge of IP and licensing, with the ability to apply this commercially and strategically.
- Proven ability to drive product strategy, including exclusive and differentiated product ranges.
- Highly analytical with strong Excel skills and the ability to interpret data to support decision making.
- Confident in driving decisions and influencing stakeholders across multiple functions.
- Passionate about product, trends, and consumer engagement.
- Strong team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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Buyer - Licensed Products employer: TRP Recruitment
Join a dynamic and fast-paced fashion business that values creativity and innovation, making it an excellent employer for those passionate about the industry. With a supportive work culture that encourages collaboration and personal growth, employees benefit from opportunities to enhance their skills while contributing to exciting wholesale and digital marketplace initiatives. Located in a vibrant area, this role offers a unique chance to be part of a team that thrives on data-driven decision-making and a shared love for fashion.
