Buyer

Job Description

Lingerie BuyerBased at our Head Office in Whyteleafe, Surrey (just 15 minutes outside of Croydon, easily commutable from London)2 days in the office, 3 days working from home, enhanced by variable core hoursGreat benefits including company bonus, 50% staff discount and a day off for your Birthday!Were on the hunt for a passionate, creative and commercial Lingerie Buyer to join our B&M team, and support in the delivery of our exciting plans. This person will be an expert in their field with a solid understanding of the lingerie market and what ittakes to shape great collections that are customers will love.A bit about Ann SummersYou might know us as the inventors of the Rampant Rabbit, or even the destination for must-have lingerie and sex toys, and youre right, but were SO much more than thatWere an inclusive brand that strives to EMPOWER, lives to PUSH BOUNDARIES, gets kicks off MAKING IT HAPPEN and absolutely LOVES OUR CUSTOMER!Whether youre working at our head office, in one of our stores, as part of our warehouse operation or as a self-employed Ambassador, one thing thats guaranteed is no two days are the same. Were a unique and diverse brand with phenomenally talented experts together we inspire to achieve the brands global vision.The role

• Builds incredible collections, working closely with Design, Merchandising and the Tech team, utilising all financial tools available, challenging decisions where appropriate
• Accountable for critical path and managing this on a weekly basis, ensuring the Buying Manager and Buying and Merchandising Director sign off ranges and product styling in line with deadlines.
• Define a clear strategy and top-level thinking in planning the range with merchandising, ensuring that the thought process and plan for the range/options is clear taking into account all factors including profit, best and worst, etc.
• Ensure that latest trends are captured in the collections, never missing a big trend that comes through from the catwalk, influencers, social media and celebs. Foresees future changes in trends and trading patterns and shares with the wider team.
• Uses knowledge of economic and social trends and discusses ways to potentialize, making valuable recommendations to senior management
• Spots any inconsistencies across departments that impact the brand and takes relevant action, flagging to those who it impacts
• Takes a long-term view when planning, balancing short term trading with long term goals and contributes to the strategic vision and plans for the brand.
• Gain market share and ensure we retain new customers by staying up to date with latest ranges and offers within the competition and understanding how what they do affects our decisions and actions
• Plans and prioritises time to support their team, accountable for their coaching and development, giving them the tools and encouragement to be the best they can be
• Influences senior management, challenging their views and adding value to their thinking by offering new ideas and solutions
• Building and maintaining great relationships with stakeholders across the business and ensuring the team do the same

Were looking for someone who is:

• An established Buyer with experience in Lingerie
• Creative and innovative
• Organised and methodical approach
• Able to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language
• Highly self-motivated, with keen attention to detail
• Someone that enjoys accountability, is proactive and manages workload effectively in a fast pace environment
• A real team player with a flexible and collaborative approach
• Able to build positive and constructive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
• Energetic and resourceful in addressing business needs and requirements
• Focused on delivering best possible outcome, adding value for the business and the customer
• Positive and proactive with a real make it happen approach

At Ann Summers we are proud to continue embracing inclusion, diversity, and equality in our every day, supporting our people to be themselves. We are committed to building teams with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and views.Whats in it for youBeing part of the AS family offers some fab benefits, not only is it a great brand to be a part of, but not only will enjoy 50% staff discount, but so much more, take a look

• 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) and additional 1-day holiday up to 34 days for each additional year youre part of the AS family
• Company-wide bonus scheme
• Workplace pension
• Life Assurance
• Your Birthday off
• A week off after getting married/civil partnership
• Colleague social activities
• Learning and development opportunities
• Company perks scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Free on-site car park at HO

We value each one of our colleagues and aim to make Ann Summers a great place to be!We regret that due to high volumes we are unable to acknowledge every application. All successful candidates will be contacted as soon as possible to discuss the role and their experience further. Ann Summers complies with all GDPR policies and by responding to this ad your details will be kept on record for a total of 6 months unless expressed otherwise