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We're based in Richmond, where the London skyline meets lush, leafy greens - and we've built a loyal following on one promise: Ridiculously Well Fit, or your money back.\nThe role\nWe're looking for a Junior Buyer to join our Product team. You will play a pivotal role in managing the day-to-day of seasonal critical path across product development and bulk production - including tracking samples, managing lab dips to keeping product data and range plans accurate and up to date. You’ll own the admin behind the department and play a key role in keeping things moving, on time and to plan.\nWe’re after someone organised, proactive, and commercially aware- keen to learn how a product is built and ready to get stuck in.\nWhat you'll do\nSampling & Development\nTrack and log all samples (proto, SMS, PP & Shipment) across categories, and chase anything outstanding\nManage lab dip approvals across development and bulk production and keep swatch libraries up to date and well organised\nChase in cost prices at each sealing stage and ensure records are accurate\nPrepare samples and development materials ahead of key meetings and sign-off points\nCritical Path & Data Management\nKeep the product critical path updated and flag delays or risks early\nMaintain trackers, line plans, BOMs, and shared folders to ensure accurate records at every stage\nCollate and update product data as styles evolve-from first proto to final sign-off\nCross-Team & Supplier Communication\nCoordinate across Design, Garment Tech, Merchandising, and Creative to ensure development and bulk production runs to plan\nShare timely updates with wider teams to keep everyone aligned on progress, risks, and changes\nFollow up with suppliers to get sample and bulk production statuses, lab dip approvals, pricing, and updates\nResearch & Commercial Awareness\nSupport comp shop reviews and trend research to inform seasonal development\nOrganise fabric and trim research-log swatches, manage contacts, and keep notes tidy\nTrack new developments and innovation trials for future seasons\nProduction\nCritical Path: chase updates, run bi-weekly supplier calls, and flag risks with proposed fixes\nInvoices: approve as they come in - matching to POs and flagging reconciliation issues\nCosting: Support the Head of Buying in reviewing costings, ensuring we hit our target margins\nIntake: Monitor and report on weekly intake, calling out any delays to the wider team\nProcess & Systems Contribution\nThis role is also key to improving how the team works. 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