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The Role…Reporting to the Buying and Product Development Manager, the Junior Buyer and Product Developer will play an integral supporting role in the sourcing and product development strategy for Soho Home, bringing bespoke products to the retail marketplace.As the Junior Buyer and Product Developer you will support the team to optimize the performance of the buying and product development functions, to execute design briefs to a high standard whilst maximizing profitability.With the guidance of the Buying and Product Development Manager, you will support the sourcing strategy to ensure the department is operating in line with the objectives of the business, to add value and mitigate supply chain risk. As Junior Buyer and Product Developer, you will manage a Buying and Product Development Assistant to ensure all administrative and operational duties are delivered on time and with the upmost accuracy.Main Duties…Oversee the development critical path with the support of the Buying and Product Development Manager, ensuring key calendar milestones are always metWith the support of a Buying and Product Development Assistant, manage all administrative tasks along the critical path and product lifecycle, from brief to first production and commercial tradingUpdate and maintain the seasonal development tracker, ensuring all key dates along the development calendar are inputWhere necessary, manage a Buying and Product Development Assistant, setting a good example at all timesCollaborate closely with the Soho Home Design team to ensure briefs are executed to the highest standard, whilst meeting commercial expectations of price and marginIssue seasonal briefs for the department to the identified suppliers, ensuring specifications, price targets and key deadlines are clearly communicatedAttend weekly design and production meetings and final sample inspections, recording comments and preparing feedback for suppliers as requiredCommunicate comments and/or product approvals to suppliers with the upmost attention to detailWork closely with the Technical team to ensure products meet the standard for quality, and all legal and safety requirements, for all relevant marketsAssist the Buying and Product Development Manager with meeting preparations and with ad-hoc department tasksLead the department trade preparation, presenting in the absence of the ManagerDrive the commercial analysis of the department in collaboration with the Merchandising team to ensure brand sales opportunities are maximisedCompile competitive analysis reports regularly for the department, scoping UK and US competitorsSupport the departments sub-category ranging for both the long and short term, with the UK, EU and US markets in mindDemonstrate strong awareness of competitors and external industry trends, completing competitor analysis reports when requiredAssist in all preparations required for prototype and finalisation meetings – report preparations, Best/Worst sales boards, and physical set up of the sample space/showcase. Support Assistants while overseeing all logistical elements to ensure samples are on time and in place as required.Oversee the briefing of bespoke packaging where requiredSupport with the successful onboarding of new suppliers as and when requiredWith the support of the Assistant, proactively manage customer service queries to drive the best resolutionAttend trade fairs and travel to factories when requiredWhat We Are Looking ForA minimum of 3 years product development and commercial buying experienceAn excellent communicator both written and verbally, with strong interpersonal skillsExperience of working with a varied supply base, including domestic, European and Far East suppliersNaturally collaborativeA creative problem-solver, naturally curious with the confidence to challenge current practices to instigate positive changeOrganisational skills, with an emphasis on attention to detail and accuracyAnalytical and results orientatedAlways upholds a professional demeanourEnjoys working in a changing environment, able to demonstrate agility when responding to industry trends and evolving demands as Soho Home expands into new marketsAn avid multi-tasker, able to manage multiple systems, within a fast-paced office environmentExcellent time management skillsA self-motivator who is enthusiastic and keen to progress and developPassionate about Soho House and Soho Home, ensuring the member and customer is at the heart of all key decision makingAbility to keep calm under pressure, always retaining a friendly and positive can-do attitudeBenefits…Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to grow your career.Soho Friends Membership50% off Food & Drink, 7 days a weekStaff Room RatesPrivate Health and Dental CareWeekly PayLife AssuranceUp to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed & Soho HomeIn Office Dog Policy on FridaysSeason Ticket LoanChristmas Office ClosureIn conjunction with Soho Impact, take 2 days paid a year to support a charity of your choice.Free Counselling SessionsCookhouse & House Tonic: Our Cookhouse & House Tonic programmes offer unique food and drink trainings, events and opportunities to inspire and educate.Continuous training to develop yourself personally and professionallyExclusive access to our benefits platform with hundreds of discounts on shopping, gym memberships, holidays, insurance and much moreTeam Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to.
