Assistant Buyer-Product Range Building
Job Overview
As a Product Range Building Assistant, you will support the Product Development and Marketplace teams in building and managing product ranges that align with our brand partners' vision and market trends.
This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about fashion and product development, with a keen eye for detail and a proactive attitude.
Working across our diverse brand portfoilo including Ellesse, Nautica, AVX, Reebok and many more, you will need to be consumer focused to deliver ranges fit for retail, that can talk to the right target customer.
Key Responsibilities
* Product Range Development: Assist in creating and curating product ranges, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines, market trends, and licensing agreements.
* Market Research: Conduct market and trend research to inform product concepts and ensure relevance in the competitive landscape.
* Design Collaboration: Work closely with designers to support the development of design concepts, color palettes, and material selections.
* Data Management: Maintain accurate product data, including pricing, specifications, and approval statuses, using internal systems.
* Segmentation: Guide ranges to have clear retail segmentation that supports the commercial sales plans.
* Approvals Process: Support the licensing approval process by preparing presentations and documentation for submission to licensors.
* Communication: Collaborate with internal teams, licensors, and retail partners to ensure smooth coordination throughout the product development lifecycle.
* Administrative Support: Provide administrative assistance, including scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and managing timelines.
Skills & Qualifications
* Experience: 1-2 years of experience in product development, merchandising, or a similar role within the fashion or licensing industry.
* Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) is a plus.
* Industry Knowledge: Understanding of fashion trends, licensing processes, and product development cycles.
* Attention to Detail: Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
* Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across teams.
* Problem-Solving: Proactive and solution-oriented mindset, with a willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
* Passion: A genuine interest in fashion and the licensing industry.
