Head of Buying

Dorothy Perkins – Head of Buying

We have a new opportunity within our newly formed Debenhams own label team, working for the Dorothy Perkins brand. We are seeking an inspiring and driven Head of Buying to lead a strong team of Buyers and their teams across all product categories, reporting to the Buying Director.

Your team

We’re Dorothy Perkins, a brand for every woman, every day. Built on trust and heritage, we deliver quality pieces at great prices and have been dressing and inspiring women for more than 100 years. By developing inclusive collections that offer the latest trends, each item works for all the moments that matter to our customers.

Our vision is simple. We want to give our incredible customers what they want when they want it. Our unique test and repeat model is the secret to our success. We travel the world and buy small quantities across a wide range – this lets us see what customers like, then we buy more. Seeing the popularity of our choices and products gives us a feeling of satisfaction and a job well done. We admit it’s addictive and a real source of pride for us.

What you'll be doing

The Head of Buying:

• Is responsible and accountable for the planning, direction and buying for all Dorothy Perkins product areas in order to deliver company KPI’s, and in line with the buying strategy determined by the Buying Director.
• Drives team development across product area teams within multiple divisions (Clothing, Accessories and Home) and proactively seeks to continuously improve the buying processes and function
• Operates commercially and maintains an overview of the ‘bigger picture’ across all areas of the range by maintaining close and productive working relationships with other Head(s) of
• All tasks and activities to be undertaken within the framework of the overall department and business goals and strategy and in line with brand identity and strategy
• Uses the WSSI to make informed and strategic decisions within the defined parameters of the role
• Is responsible for setting and maintaining critical path to ensure attainment of KPI’s Is a first-class negotiator with a deep understanding of the cost structure of a garment in order to always pass on best value to the customer
• Consistently demonstrate the ability to respond and trade to sales and external trend to drive maximum profitability
• Is accountable for ensuring buying team relentlessly focus on emerging catwalk and street trend and interpret those relevant to the brand
• Is responsible and accountable for managing specific areas of the business and the team to ensure delivery of the KPI’s
• Presents in a clear, concise, and accurate manner, detailed information regarding the buying function
• Works with their subordinates and in conjunction with the Head of Merchandising and directors, to influence strategic plans and developments
• Completes project management tasks as requested by Directors. Uses leadership skills to drive the motivation and people management of the tea

Working with us

To succeed here, you have to love working at pace. It’s relentless, but we love it. Change is a certainty – you need to adapt and be agile. We want you to challenge the status quo, innovate and be open to trying new things. We’re always pushing boundaries. We empower our people, giving them freedom and autonomy to learn and grow in their roles. We’re passionate, agile, creative and one team.

More about you

• Experience within a previous womenswear buying role operating at experienced Senior Buyer, Buying Manager or Head of Buying level.
• Passionate about being an ambassador for the brand.
• A strategic thinker and strong leader.
• Always striving to improve not only themselves, but the department’s operation. Outside the box thinking.

We want you to challenge the status quo, innovate and be open to trying new things. We’re always pushing boundaries. We want you to think big. Think creatively. Be bold. Be brave.

Why join us

We’ve set our sights on dominating the global e-commerce fashion market, and because we’re 13 brands (and counting), there are plenty of opportunities to grow your career. Our mission is to create a workplace where everyone is respected, their individual differences are valued, and they can be themselves at work without exception.

• You’ll get the opportunity to take part in our various share schemes
• Core hours enable you to flex your working times around your needs on an ad hoc basis
• Benefits that support your health and wellbeing
• There’s up to 40% discount off our all of our brands
• Our social calendar? Next level
• With HQs in Manchester and London and offices across the globe (some are dog friendly!), we offer a buzzing atmosphere and the boohoo family culture wherever you work.

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