Description
Join Joules as a Trainee Buyer in the Menswear team at their Market Harborough Head Office. You will be part of a collaborative Buying department, working with Design, Garment Technology, and Merchandising to create collections that blend British heritage with a modern feel. You will assist in monitoring market trends, learning commercial numbers, nurturing supplier relationships, tracking production progress, and supporting product development.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor the market and keep up-to-date with competitor activity and menswear trends
- Learn commercial numbers and assist with competitor price benchmarking and seasonal analysis
- Nurture supplier relationships and issue purchase orders accurately
- Track production progress and update critical path records
- Take pride in samples and ensure every garment is tagged, logged, steamed, and prepped to perfection
- Support product development and bring back fresh insights from store visits and research trips
- Power team meetings and set up key meetings with the right product selections
Requirements:
- Degree in Fashion Buying, Merchandising, Fashion Management, or a related discipline
- Natural affinity with menswear and appreciation for classic British tailoring
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- High digital fluency and process discipline
- Agile, quick-learning attitude and exceptional attention to detail
Benefits:
- 25% off most Joules, NEXT, MADE, Lipsy, Gap, and Victoria's Secret products
- Up to 10% off most partner brands and Branded Beauty products
- Access to fantastic discounts at staff shops
- Clothing Allowance
- One family day per year
- Reward Schemes
- Life assurance
- Pension
- Fantastic L&D opportunities
- Free on-site Parking and low-cost EV charging points