Buyer

We are looking for a Buyer to join us on 12 month contract covering all aspects of buying within the Footwear and Accessories department. Our buyers are at the core of our business, developing and delivering commercial and profitable ranges that offer our Hobbs customer a point of difference. Working closely with the design team to develop new product ranges seasonally, our buyers ensure our ranges are delivered on time achieving company KPI's (in-take, margin and markdown) and partner closely with the merchandising team to drive profits. The Buyer will anticipate and meet the needs of our global customer on the department, delivering a well-balanced range in line with our product and overall brand strategy. Reporting into the Buying Manager you will aim to maximise profit and deliver the premium handwriting and high-quality standards we are renowned for at Hobbs. Key accountabilities for the role include;

• Product Planning: Working with the Merchandiser to create new seasonal product plans based on past performance and future strategies.
• Technical Oversight: Ensuring that our footwear and accessories product meet our high-quality standards by working closely with the Design team and attending fit sessions.
• Range Planning: Formulating phasing, storytelling, and delivering to category targets. Effectively communicating the vision for the product ranges to other departments, such as e-commerce. Managing the product lifecycle from development to delivery.
• Supply Chain Strategy: Collaborating with the Buying Manager to develop a supply base strategy that meets product requirements, margin targets, quality standards, and compliance regulations.
  
  The Buyer will demonstrate high integrity, motivation, and a solution focused approach with a proven track record of commercial success within footwear and ideally accessories., The successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to effortlessly switch between planning and execution, along with a collaborative and positive mindset. Strong commercial acumen, numeracy, and analytical skills are essential for identifying and pursuing opportunities within the footwear and accessories department.
  
  At TFG Brands We Care, We Connect, We Collaborate and We Create. We have four brands in our portfolio: our iconic fashion brands Phase Eight, Whistles and Hobbs as well as our luxury Homewares brand Inside Story. We aren't stopping there though, we have plans to grow beyond this in multiple retail sectors.
TFG London Inclusion and Diversity statement of commitment: At TFG London and across all our brands we are committed to creating an inclusive culture that welcomes, develops and celebrates a diversity of backgrounds, experiences, cultural references and ideas and opinions within our business. We are working together to ensure our environment is one where difference is not only respected but encouraged and celebrated and people can bring their authentic, unique selves to work, where their contribution is valued, ability enhanced, and perspective appreciated.

Department Buying Advertising Salary Competitive plus benefits Vacancy Type Maternity Contract Brand Hobbs Hours Per WeekHours Per Week: 37
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Across the TFG Brands, we pride ourselves on having our people at the heart of everything we do and we really believe that a career in retail is unbeatable. We will give you the tools and the time to develop your career in the direction you want to go. Alongside that, we have some great benefits which include:
• Hobbs Employee Discount of 70%, and 50% discount with Phase Eight and Whistles, as per the TFG Brands Discount Policy
• Up to 28 days holiday entitlement per annum in addition to the usual public and bank holidays
• Financial and Wellbeing support
• Enhanced Maternity package
• Virtual GP service - unlimited access 24/7
• Plus much more!