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From the employer's careers site First seen 28 Oct 2026

Trainee Buyer - 2027

NEXT Leicester On-site entry full-time

Salary

£30,800 per year

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Description

We are seeking a Trainee Buyer to join our Product team on a full-time permanent basis. As a Trainee Buyer, you will develop an understanding of the product development process, sourcing materials, negotiating costs, and approving colour, fabric, and fit for production.

Responsibilities:

  • Liaise with suppliers from Europe to the Far East to track samples for selection meetings and production
  • Prepare garments/accessories for selection meetings, trade meetings, and online photoshoots
  • Have an awareness of high-end fashion and market trends
  • Conduct competitor shop analysis and present findings to your team
  • Maintain accurate buying systems
  • Work closely with the trainee merchandiser to analyse daily best/worst sellers and make recommendations
  • Maintain an organised department - sample storage and approval library

The Scheme: You will start your 12-18 month training programme on one of our Product teams, with support from your team, learning the skills required to progress within our Buying function.

Benefits:

  • 25% off most NEXT, MADE, Lipsy, Gap, and Victoria's Secret products
  • Company performance-based bonus
  • Sharesave scheme
  • On-site Nursery available
  • 10% off most partner brands and up to 15% off Branded Beauty
  • Early VIP access to sale stock
  • Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
  • Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
  • Access to a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services
  • Free on-site parking
  • Financial Wellbeing - Save, track, and enhance your financial wellbeing
  • Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification
  • Direct to Work - Discount online and in-store
  • Support Networks - Access to Network Groups
  • Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships

Skills

Required

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://ekeq.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_3001/job/77614

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