Junior Buyer

Job Title: Junior Buyer

Location: Uxbridge Head Office

Reports to: Jewellery Buyer/Director

Employment Type: Full-time 37.5hrs                      

Department: Buying

Salary: up to £35,000 (depending on experience)

Job Overview:

F. Hinds is one of Britain's largest family-owned jewellers with over 100 stores nationwide, delivering excellent customer service since 1856. We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Junior Buyer to join our Buying team, supporting the sourcing and selection of branded jewellery and gift ranges. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for product, a commercial mindset, and a keen interest in the jewellery and gifting market. You will assist in delivering a compelling product range that meets customer needs and drives commercial success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Research and Range Development:
  • Conduct market research to identify emerging trends in the market and monitor competitor activity.
  • Assist in the planning, sourcing, and selection of branded jewellery and gift ranges in line with company strategy.

• Stock Management:
  • Support in the analysis of sales data to optimise stock levels and product assortment.
  • Raise and manage purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery and accurate data entry. Ensuring that inventory levels meet demand without overstocking.
  • Liaise with Logistics, Inventory and Account teams to ensure prompt processing of invoices, resolution of any quality control issues and final processing through the system.
  • Work closely with Marketing, Visual Merchandising and E-Commerce teams to ensure products are optimally presented and promoted.
• Supplier Management:
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and new suppliers.
  • Support negotiations on pricing, margins, lead times, and terms.
  • Attend trade shows and supplier meetings to discover new products and build networks.
• Store Visits:
  • Participate in regular store visits to support sales staff and stock inventory requirements.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in a buying or merchandising role, ideally in fashion, jewellery, or gifting.
• Skilled in Microsoft Excel / Word.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working with data and generating insights from reports.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong commercial awareness and an eye for product and trends.

Personal Attributes:

• Passionate about branded jewellery and gifts with a desire to learn and grow in the retail buying industry.
• A Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a strong sense of initiative.
• Problem-solving mindset with a practical approach to addressing challenges.

Renumeration:

• Salary up to £35,000
• Opportunity for career progression
• Excellent staff discount and reward scheme
• Supportive and dynamic work environment

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