Victoria Beckham
Junior Fabric Buyer
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Junior Fabric Buyer (Freelance)
Location: Hammersmith, London
Position Type: Freelance (part-time, 3 days a week)
Job Description:
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Junior Fabric Buyer to support the Fabric
department at Victoria Beckham. As a member of the team, you will play a vital role in the
sourcing and buying of seasonal fabrics that align with the brands creative direction and
business objectives. You will collaborate closely with the Senior Fabric Developer & Buyer
and Senior Print Designer, as well as wider teams to ensure the seamless delivery of RTW
fabrics across all product categories.
Responsibilities:
- Provide general administrative support to the Victoria Beckham Fabric Department.
- Support in sourcing fabric qualities that align with the seasonal brief and adhere to
budgetary constraints and quality standards.
- Generating Purchase Orders for Seasonal and Special Project fabric orders.
- PO tracking and management; ensure POs are generated and completed in a timely
manner to warrant alignment with supplier payment terms.
- Maintaining all internal systems and trackers with accurate information updates.
- Liaise with internal Atelier & Production teams and external warehouse(s) to monitor
fabric inventory levels and proactively address any requests or discrepancies.
- Support in communicating with wider teams including Design & Merchandising to
effectively respond to specific fabric requirements, requests and preferences.
- Assist in building and maintaining strong relationships with reputable fabric suppliers
to ensure timely deliveries in accordance with the company critical path.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Textile Design, Fashion Buying & Merchandising, Business
Administration, or a related field.
- Prior experience or internships in fabric sourcing, procurement, or a related area
within the fashion industry is preferred.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to foster strong
relationships with our suppliers and internal teams.
- A keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of fabric qualities and their
suitability for different product types.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Adobe Suite & PLM software a bonus).
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while managing multiple
tasks and deadlines effectively.
Location: London, GB
Posted Date: 11/19/2024
Contact Information
Contact | Human Resources Victoria Beckham |
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