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Whether you’re graduating in 2027 or available to hit the ground running sooner, we’d love to meet you!\nWe are opening our applications for those looking to join us on a full time permanent basis.\nTrainee Buyers\nDevelop an understanding of the product development processSourcing the right materials\nNegotiating the best cost \nApproving colour, fabric and fit for production.\n\nLiaise with suppliers from Europe to the Far East to Track samples for selection meetings and production.\nPrepare garments/accessories for selection meetings, trade meetings and online photoshoots.\nHave an awareness of high end fashion and market trends by gaining inspiration from a variety of sources \nUse your knowledge of relevant trends to find new product initiatives that you believe are missing from the departments current product offering\nConduct competitor shop analysis and present findings back to your team to gain an understanding of where Next sits in the market .\nMaintain accurate buying systems\nWork closely with the trainee merchandiser to analyse daily best/ worst sellers and make recommendations\nMaintain an organised department - sample storage and approval library\nThe Scheme\nYou will start your 12 - 18 month training programme on one of our ‘Product’ teams - Womenswear, Menswear, Childrenswear, Home or on our Brands team (who work with a portfolio of over 750 brands).\nWith support from your team, you will learn the skills required to progress within our Merchandising function. Responsibility comes early and you will be looking after millions of pounds worth of stock from day one!\nYou will receive regular feedback from your Buying team who will coach and develop you throughout the scheme, supporting you in reaching your goals.\nOnce you are ready to take the next step you will be promoted to Assistant Buyer!\nYour Team\nIt's all about collaboration and great teamwork! You will be working alongside our amazing Merchandisers and Designers on tasks from sourcing materials and even conducting competitor analysis to influence what our NEXT product ranges look like. You will learn to trade those ranges, reacting to what our customers are telling us they love. If placed within an own-brand team you will be involved in product development activities, or if you go into a branded team you will work with an exciting selection of external brands.\nIt's fast paced, exciting, challenging and very rewarding!\nAbout You\nAre you the kind of person who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Do you excel at juggling a wide range of tasks while maintaining impeccable organisation? If so, you might be the perfect fit for our team. We’re looking for someone who is not just a great communicator but a relationship builder, someone who can effortlessly connect with both colleagues and clients.\nYour analytical skills are sharp; you live and breathe fashion and are able to present your ideas in a clear and compelling way. In our bustling workplace, your approachable nature and team spirit make you a go-to person, fostering collaboration and positivity. You’re driven and decisive, confident when presenting, always aiming to make a meaningful impact. If this sounds like you, then you’re exactly who we need to help take our team to the next level.\nAs part of your application, please include a cover letter detailing the below:\nWhat skills do you have that will make you a successful Trainee buyer?\nWhat are your main interests and how do these relate to the Buying role?\nWhat do you think the most challenging aspect of the Trainee buyer role will be?\nWhat current trend are you most excited about?\nAt Next we embrace technology and innovation, but we want to see the real you! A generic AI response won't help you stand out from the crowd and may hinder your application.\nWe appreciate you might want to use Gen AI to help structure your responses, and check for grammar and spelling but the content needs to reflect your unique self, your passion and your understanding of the role.\nSponsorship\nNEXT has assessed the role advertised and based on current UKVI criteria, the Merchandiser/Buyer role is not eligible for skilled worker sponsorship. If you hold a Visa that allows you to complete the training, NEXT will be unable to sponsor you at the conclusion of the training, and expects that you will have alternative Immigration status to take up the role.\nBe Brave. Be You. 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