Senior Buying Manager Buying Oxfordshire - UK

THE OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Buying team as a Senior Buying Manager.

You will define the buying strategy for the Joma Jewellery and Katie Loxton brands. We're looking for an exceptional strategic thinker to develop and execute the buying plan and budget, lead the buying team, and ensure product compliance across the design department. You will report to the Head of Channel (Merchandising and Product Strategy).

We seek a great leader who is highly analytical, an effective communicator, and experienced in developing successful category and supplier strategies. Ideally, you will have prior experience as a Senior Buying Manager in the fashion, accessories, jewelry, or gifting industry, seeking to leverage your buying expertise to support our rapidly growing business.

If you are a visionary leader with a proven track record of implementing impactful strategies and inspiring a high-performing buying team, we'd love to hear from you!

The role is Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm. You will enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of our friendly office in Banbury, Oxfordshire, working on-site approximately four days a week, with flexibility to work from home for the remaining day. Post-probation, there may be opportunities to work from home twice a week, with flexibility based on business needs.

BEHIND THE BRANDS

We're a family-run, entrepreneurial company with a dynamic pace of life and a bright, friendly team. We are passionate about creating stunning products with a personal touch and innovating behind the scenes. We value creativity, collaboration, and integrity.

HOW YOU'LL CONTRIBUTE

1. Collaborate with the CEO, Creative Director, and Head of Channel to define and execute the supplier sourcing strategy.
2. Work with key departments to drive seasonal KPIs across brands and retail divisions, managing the supplier development critical path against KPIs and business objectives.
3. Formulate and set the buying plan and budget for all categories, create final options, lead ingredient meetings, and ensure the delivery of the product development buy plan, working closely with the Merchandising team to manage risks and opportunities.
4. Prepare and present weekly sales reports and samples for trade meetings.
5. Review sales data, analyze customer reactions, and make strategic recommendations.
6. Ensure design compliance and quality standards, managing the buying team to execute this, including sample approval or rejection.
7. Research and present market and customer trends, identify opportunities, and recommend new products and categories.
8. Report on sales and forecast future performance.
9. Develop strong cross-functional relationships, especially with the Product Design and Merchandising teams.
10. Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing buying team, ensuring goals and deadlines are met, and conduct performance reviews.

THE TALENT YOU'LL BRING

1. Experience as a Buying Manager or Senior Buying Manager in a similar industry, with strong team management skills.
2. A self-starter with commercial acumen and risk management skills.
3. Highly proficient in Excel and Power BI.
4. Knowledge of procurement laws, contracts, and product regulations.
5. A passion for the fashion industry.
6. Excellent organizational and communication skills at all levels.
7. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, adapt to change, and meet deadlines.
8. A strategic thinker capable of aligning buying strategies with company goals.
9. Experience in developing and driving Buying KPIs.
10. Strong understanding of quality control processes.

PERFECTLY PACKAGED

• A competitive salary DOE.
• 25 days holiday, increasing to 27 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Benefits include a generous staff discount across both brands. See all benefits on our careers portal.
• Opportunities to make an impact and further develop your skills.
• An innovative, friendly workplace with a team we're proud of. Learn more about us on our careers portal.

Joma Jewellery was founded in 2008 by Katie and Geoff Loxton. Since then, we have expanded significantly, launching Katie Loxton in 2015 and growing internationally. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, hiring a diverse team and encouraging authenticity in the workplace.

We continuously strive to improve our inclusive practices, welcoming ideas from all team members as part of our ongoing success.