1. BUYER - WOMENS STREET Matthew Ellaby

2. BUYER - WOMENS STREET Ref: HO1641 Our buying department is fast-paced and creative, sourcing products which keep us well ahead of the competition and reacting quickly to current trends. We are looking for a Buyer on our Womens Street department, responsible for Concessions such as All Saints and Topshop alongside own bought brands within the department. KNOW THE ROLE As a Buyer for this department, you'll keep us one step ahead of our competitors - introducing new labels and negotiating products and events with the best possible terms. Maintaining excellent relationships with suppliers and the wider business, your commercial focus will mean you take interest in your products right through to point of sale. KNOW WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR Alongside relevant experience as a Buyer within retail, we are looking for someone to hit the ground running. With e-commerce and multi- site experience, you'll also have excellent knowledge of the designer market. Creative in your approach, you'll have an eye for the next big thing in fashion and your relationship management skills will be exceptional. KNOW SELFRIDGES Since Harry Gordon Selfridge first opened the doors of Selfridges Oxford Street, London on 1901, Selfridges has been dedicated to surprising, amusing and amazing its customers with astounding moments of retail theatre. Having won The Best Department Store in the World title three ceremonies in a row (2010, 2012 & 2014), Selfridges is renowned as being the premier destination for a truly extraordinary customer experience. KNOW WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU Employees at Selfridges’ stores and head offices enjoy careers that provide inspiring experiences, exciting challenges and amazing benefits. They also know that Selfridges is committed to developing its talent, which allows for a wide scope of amazing opportunities as the business continues to grow. Key benefits include a generous staff discount, gym membership offers and great bonus potential. http://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/buyer-womens-street/28127917?WT.mc_id=indeed

3. Necessary skills Excellent knowledge of the ‘streetwear’ market, Experience in streetwear retail Contacts in streetwear buying roles in other companies Experience working in a large team however needing to be creative and demonstrate initiative as required Good communication and interpersonal skills Leadership skills Time management