[JOBS] JUNIOR FABRIC BUYER (FREELANCE) : VICTORIA BECKHAM
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 andbusiness objectives.
You will collaborate closely with the Senior Fabric Developer & Buyerand 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 timelymanner 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 theirsuitability 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 multipletasks and deadlines effectively.