Footwear Buyer

At Debenhams Group, we are a diverse portfolio of five core brands (boohoo, boohooMAN, PrettyLittleThing, Karen Millen, and Debenhams) alongside a dynamic marketplace model and a growing financial services division, it keeps us pretty busy!

We don’t stand still, we lead, evolve, and redefine online fashion. With bold ambitions and big energy, we’re on a mission to be the best, delivering the strongest propositions to our customers in the most engaging, innovative, and efficient ways possible.

We thrive on change, innovation, and pace. Every challenge is an opportunity, and every day is a chance to push boundaries. If you’re someone who embraces the unknown, thrives in a fast-moving, high-growth environment, and is ready to shape the future of retail, you’ll love it here. We want visionaries, disruptors, and doers, people who bring fresh thinking, relentless energy, and the drive to make an impact. 

Be brave. Be creative. Be a community.

THE ROLE 

As a Footwear Buyer, you will play a crucial role in shaping our product offering and driving the success of our footwear category. Your expertise in trend analysis, market research, and vendor negotiations will be essential as you select the best footwear products to meet the dynamic needs of our diverse customer base. You will collaborate with various teams, including marketing, sales, and inventory management, to ensure that our footwear offerings exceed customer expectations and contribute to the overall growth of Debenhams Group. If you are passionate about fashion, possess strong analytical skills, and are ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced retail environment, we would love to hear from you!

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING  

• Conduct market research to identify footwear trends and customer preferences.
• Develop and manage relationships with footwear vendors and suppliers.
• Analyse sales data and performance metrics to inform buying decisions.
• Full product development
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create compelling product launches.
• Monitor inventory levels and develop strategies to optimize stock availability.
• Participate in product assortment planning and category reviews to enhance the footwear offering.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Proven experience as a buyer in the footwear or fashion industry.
• Own brand product development experience is essential
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and market trends.
• Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Understanding of retail buying processes and inventory management.
• Current knowledge of footwear trends, materials, and technologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

WHY JOIN US 

2025 is a year for making bold moves, delivering real results, and driving forward with unstoppable momentum. If that excites you, then you belong at Debenhams Group.

Let’s lead the change together. 🚀 

Benefits Include: (subject to level and eligibility) 

• Highly competitive bonus scheme, company pension, share schemes, private medical cover, and life assurance 

• Access to an on-site gym (Techno Equipment) and free weekly yoga and fitness classes 

• 40% discount across four brands and 20% off at Debenhams 

• A comprehensive wellbeing package to support your health and lifestyle 

• Some of our offices are dog-friendly, so your furry friend can join you at work 

• Ongoing learning and development opportunities with great internal career progression 

• On-site canteen serving breakfast, lunch, snacks, and hot drinks daily 

• Free season ticket loan 

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