Job Description

BUYER

Role type: Full time (preferred) or part-time, dependent on experience
Location: Head Office in Dartington (near Totnes)
Core working hours: 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday; flexibility may be required for travel

Role purpose:

We're looking for a proactive and experienced

Buyer

to source and deliver top-quality products in the perfect quantities, at the right time, and at the right price to boost profitability and create ranges that truly embody our brand purpose and delight our customers.

As part of a small but ambitious Product team, the Buyer will work hand-in-hand with colleagues in design and merchandising to make every penny count while crafting and curating irresistible, on-brand collections that capture our customers' hearts.

At the heart of this role is the ability to build strong, lasting relationships with our suppliers and agents, and to balance the creative excitement of product selection with data-driven insights that align with our business goals.

If you're a natural doer, communicator and savvy thinker, with fashion buying experience (ideally within womenswear and accessories), we'd love to meet you.

Some of the hats you'll be wearing:

Collaborator Range builder Product developer Trend forecaster Negotiator Supplier relationship-builder Brand ambassador Customer champion Data analyst Collaborator Problem-solver Deadline keeper

Important skills & attributes:

Strategic thinking Commercial acumen Data fluency Creative eye Negotiation skills Emotional intelligence Composure Clear communication Attention to detail Adaptability Relationship management Results-driven approach Customer-centric mindset

It'll be your job to add value by:

Product development & range building

Developing and refining product ranges that truly resonate with our customers, ensuring that each collection is aligned with emerging trends and customer preferences Curating products that are both timely and impactful by leveraging historical sales data, market insights and intuition Collaborating closely with the product team to deliver against the critical path and ensure that key milestones are consistently met.
Prototyping & product review

Ensuring the clear and effective communication of production instructions with our suppliers, ensuring that prototypes and samples meet design intent and production feasibility Actively participating in prototype reviews and fit meetings to balance cost targets with the highest standards of quality, ensuring the final product achieves creative, brand and commercial goals Applying your knowledge of fabrics, construction and finishing techniques to shape products that tick all the right boxes in style, quality, functionality and customer appeal.
Procurement & collaboration

Playing a pivotal role in negotiating with suppliers, managing pricing, volume discounts and logistics, all while maintaining our commitment to product excellence Curating products that are both timely and impactful by leveraging historical sales data, market insights and intuition Collaborating closely with the product team to deliver against the critical path and ensure that key milestones are consistently met. Working alongside the merchandiser, ensuring that product selection is not only aligned with the overall business strategy but also delivered within budget and with optimal profitability.
Supplier management

Building and maintaining strong, trusted relationships with our suppliers and agents as a cornerstone of your success Negotiating effectively, managing contracts and continuously assessing supplier performance to ensure that we receive the best possible value without compromising on quality or delivery times Using your experience to guiding our approach to sourcing across global markets, supporting our goals to strategically tap into diverse supplier bases and strengthen our supply chain.
Performance analysis & research

Working closely with our merchandisers to analyse both quantitative and qualitative data, identifying key trends, customer insights and competitor movements that will inform future buying decisions Synthesising merchandising insights with a deep understanding of our customers to identify new product opportunities that align with their needs and our strategic objectives Staying closely attuned to what our customers are buying and the brands/influencers they're following, ensuring we stay on top of emerging trends and preferences in womenswear to deliver the styles and products our customers are seeking Collaborating within finance and merchandising to ensure that all costings are accurate and aligned with strategic goals, and managing the timely delivery and optimal distribution of products, ensuring they're ready for sale at the right time and in the right quantities.

Benefits include:

28 days' holiday as standard (for full-time employees) An additional day of holiday for your birthday Fun, creative and relaxed environment Vibrant and collaborative team Rewarding work 40% employee discount Company events Company pension (for eligible employees)
To apply for this role, please email your CV and cover letter to careers@busbyandfox.com

About Busby & Fox:

Busby & Fox is an independent fashion business based in the south west of England. We're proud to be a business that's small enough to focus entirely on what matters to our customers, yet big enough to design our own fashion collection with those women front of mind. With a headquarters in Dartington (Devon), a successful website and nine beautiful stores, our team is made up of nearly 100 brilliant people who put gorgeous, confidence-inspiring clothes and exceptional customer experience at the heart of everything they do.

About our collection:

The ingenious thing about Busby & Fox is that you'll find you've styled a great look without even trying. The unique way that we work with colour, shape and fabric means everything goes with everything else - day to night, winter to summer, year to year. Plus, we know all the clever tricks, cuts and details that make every piece complement our bodies and feel just right. When we sit down to design a new style, it's where we start. All because we understand the beauty of dressing in a way that makes our customers feel comfortable and confident.

To apply for this role, please send a cover letter and your CV to careers@busbyandfox.com.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 34,000.00-38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Experience:

fashion buying: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person