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Michael Kors is always interested in hearing from talented, globally-minded individuals with a passion for fashion. If you enjoy working in a creative, fast-paced environment, then we would love to hear from you! — Our business is fashion. Our people are passionate. Our brand is iconic. We are MICHAEL KORS. Join us on a glamorous new adventure! We are working to grow our retail presence internationally in order to bring Michael Kors’ sophisticated, jet-set lifestyle to women and men around the globe. One of the biggest strengths of our company has always been the passion of our employees. So if you love fashion, customer satisfaction and team development, and enjoy the challenges of a dynamic business, we invite you to read on! We are now looking for a Store Manager in Gunwharf Quays. This position will be a key member of the team, working to insure the best possible customer experience, achieve sales objectives, and maintain established operational and merchandizing standards. Here our customers will find a chic range of products including: Glamorous ready-to-wear and accessories, including the fashion-forward MICHAEL Michael Kors line. The store also features the brand’s fast-growing menswear line, Michael Kors Men's, and a wide array of watches, jewellery, footwear, eyewear and fragrance. It’s all about you. Does the following describe you? • An experienced Store Manager used to multi-tasking and working in a fast paced environment within a high sales volume store • An inspiring, charismatic leader with a proven track record of developing talent within a large team • Results-driven and goal-oriented with strong experience in exceeding sales targets, • Passion for leading a large team and delivering an exceptional customer experience, • Excited and motivated by coaching, mentoring and empowering others around you If yes, press “apply now” below …then be prepared to be an MK Ambassador At Capri, we are all responsible for creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We try to inspire change and growth within each other and believe success is a result that comes from our differences. Capri is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. M/D/F/V

Role: Senior Buyer - Womenswear Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Location: FatFace HQ, Havant, Hampshire PO9 1QJ Working Arrangements: Hybrid Working (3 days per week office based) Who are we? For over 30 years, we’ve travelled, we’ve laughed, we’ve grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life’s everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow and always. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 Best Places to Work 2025 and Best Places to Work for Women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn’t an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to ignite an inclusive foundation for us all to build from and truly connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities alike. You play a key part in creating an environment free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying and any other form of marginalisation in our workplaces. Who are we? For over 30 years, we’ve travelled, we’ve laughed, we’ve grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life’s everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow and always. Our Product formula: Considered style. Trusted Quality. B Corp certified. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 best places to work 2025 and best places to work for women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn’t an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to ignite an inclusive foundation for us all to build from and truly connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities alike. You play a key part in creating an environment free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying and any other form of marginalisation in our workplaces. Role Summary As a Senior Buyer, you will develop trend-led, profitable ranges, whilst maintaining brand integrity through product alignment. You will select, rank, negotiate and trade products to drive category performance. You will drive the team to deliver a budget beating department. Role Responsibilities Category Strategy & Leadership • Own and deliver the end-to-end category strategy, including seasonal vision and long-term growth plans., • Partner with senior stakeholders to drive business objectives and innovation. Category Development • Build balanced, commercial ranges with price architecture informed by market research., • Negotiate costs, monitor KPIs, and ensure product fit integrity., • Support wholesale division and deliver seasonal vision., • Collaborate with Buying Manager/Head of Buying on strategy and innovation. Critical Path Management • Manage timelines and sign-off dates to ensure product launches meet availability targets., • Oversee trading and planning calendar and maintain launch integrity. Systems & Compliance • Maintain data accuracy and ensure approvals and compliance., • Support wider team with system training needs, utilising super users. Financial Accountability • Own margin, profitability, and budget sign-off., • Make in-season trading decisions to optimize profitability and manage commitments. Cross-Functional Influence • Represent category strategy at senior and board-level meetings., • Influence company-wide initiatives and seasonal vision presentations. Supplier Strategy • Lead global supplier negotiations and secure strategic partnerships., • Maintain strong supplier relationships to support product execution. Trend & Market Leadership • Define seasonal direction and influence design and marketing., • Conduct competitor and market analysis to inform strategy and price architecture. People Leadership & Collaboration • Manage, train, and develop Buyers, Assistant Buyers, and Trainees., • Foster cross-functional collaboration with design, merchandising, tech, marketinga and finance teams. Business Values & Mission • Act as an ambassador for FatFace values and mission., • Champion social and environmental initiatives within your remit. Skills and Experience • Degree or equivalent qualification in Fashion or related field., • Proven buying experience at Buyer or senior buyer level., • Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills., • Highly numerate with ability to analyse data and manage budgets., • Team leadership and problem-solving capabilities., • Excellent planning and organizational skills with adaptability to business needs., • Expert negotiation and ability to secure strategic supplier agreements., • Leadership and people development skills for managing and mentoring teams., • Commercial decision-making with strong analytical and strategic thinking., • Systems proficiency (e.g., BRP, PIM) and ability to maintain data accuracy., • Market insight and trend forecasting expertise. Role Competencies • Passion for product and brand., • Comprehensive understanding of buying principles, garment construction, and supply chain., • Strong commercial awareness and customer insight., • Proficient in buying systems and Microsoft applications. Collaboration and Deliverables: Collaboration ☐ External Agency or Consultant ☒ External Supplier ☐ NEXT Business Partners ☐ FatFace Directors ☐ Store Teams ☒ Internal Product Teams (Design, Buying, Merchandising) ☒ Internal Support Teams (Finance, IT, Retail Operations, People, Compliance, Property) ☒ Internal Creative Teams (Marketing, Creative, Studio) ☒ Industry Networking Deliverables ☒ Department Spend vs Budget ☒ Team Performance and Development ☒ Compliance and Governance Requirements ☐ Commercial Reporting ☒ Project Delivery ☒ Timelines and Deadlines ☒ Resource Planning FatFace Benefits: Financial & Protection Benefits • Sick pay allowances, • Critical Illness Income protection/ Death in service (for salaried colleagues), • Pension scheme – with net deduction and salary sacrifice options, • Dental insurance (colleague-funded) Discounts & Perks • 60% off FatFace products, • 25% discount at Next stores (across full price products), • O2 phone discount, • Discounted gym membership, • Cycle to Work scheme (for salaried colleagues), • EV vehicle scheme (for salaried colleagues), • Perkbox – our online platform offering:, • Day-one access, • Exclusive brand discounts, • Wellbeing content, • Home workouts and more Health & Wellbeing • Specsavers eye care scheme, • Eye tests and contributions to glasses, • Free period products, • EAP support 24/7 via UNUM, Retail Trust, and Fashion & Textiles Support Learning & Development • THRIVE – our learning management system:, • Day-one access, • 1,000s of learning resources Time Off & Leave • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Sabbatical leave (in line with service), • Enhanced family-friendly policies – including enhanced maternity leave, • Flexible Working Opportunities – flexible working requests can be made from day one of employment and are considered on an individual basis. Additional Perks • Refer a Friend scheme We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply — you might be just the right fit.

Role: Senior Buyer - Menswear Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Location: FatFace HQ, Havant, Hampshire PO9 1QJ Working Arrangements: Hybrid Working (3 days per week office based) Who are we? For over 30 years, we’ve travelled, we’ve laughed, we’ve grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life’s everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow and always. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 Best Places to Work 2025 and Best Places to Work for Women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn’t an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to ignite an inclusive foundation for us all to build from and truly connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities alike. You play a key part in creating an environment free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying and any other form of marginalisation in our workplaces. Who are we? For over 30 years, we’ve travelled, we’ve laughed, we’ve grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life’s everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow and always. Our Product formula: Considered style. Trusted Quality. B Corp certified. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 best places to work 2025 and best places to work for women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn’t an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to ignite an inclusive foundation for us all to build from and truly connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities alike. You play a key part in creating an environment free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying and any other form of marginalisation in our workplaces. Role Summary As a Senior Buyer, you will develop trend-led, profitable ranges, whilst maintaining brand integrity through product alignment. You will select, rank, negotiate and trade products to drive category performance. You will drive the team to deliver a budget beating department. Role Responsibilities Category Strategy & Leadership • Own and deliver the end-to-end category strategy, including seasonal vision and long-term growth plans., • Partner with senior stakeholders to drive business objectives and innovation. Category Development • Build balanced, commercial ranges with price architecture informed by market research., • Negotiate costs, monitor KPIs, and ensure product fit integrity., • Support wholesale division and deliver seasonal vision., • Collaborate with Buying Manager/Head of Buying on strategy and innovation. Critical Path Management • Manage timelines and sign-off dates to ensure product launches meet availability targets., • Oversee trading and planning calendar and maintain launch integrity. Systems & Compliance • Maintain data accuracy and ensure approvals and compliance., • Support wider team with system training needs, utilising super users. Financial Accountability • Own margin, profitability, and budget sign-off., • Make in-season trading decisions to optimize profitability and manage commitments. Cross-Functional Influence • Represent category strategy at senior and board-level meetings., • Influence company-wide initiatives and seasonal vision presentations. Supplier Strategy • Lead global supplier negotiations and secure strategic partnerships., • Maintain strong supplier relationships to support product execution. Trend & Market Leadership • Define seasonal direction and influence design and marketing., • Conduct competitor and market analysis to inform strategy and price architecture. People Leadership & Collaboration • Manage, train, and develop Buyers, Assistant Buyers, and Trainees., • Foster cross-functional collaboration with design, merchandising, tech, marketinga and finance teams. Business Values & Mission • Act as an ambassador for FatFace values and mission., • Champion social and environmental initiatives within your remit. Skills and Experience • Degree or equivalent qualification in Fashion or related field., • Proven buying experience at Buyer or senior buyer level., • Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills., • Highly numerate with ability to analyse data and manage budgets., • Team leadership and problem-solving capabilities., • Excellent planning and organizational skills with adaptability to business needs., • Expert negotiation and ability to secure strategic supplier agreements., • Leadership and people development skills for managing and mentoring teams., • Commercial decision-making with strong analytical and strategic thinking., • Systems proficiency (e.g., BRP, PIM) and ability to maintain data accuracy., • Market insight and trend forecasting expertise. Role Competencies • Passion for product and brand., • Comprehensive understanding of buying principles, garment construction, and supply chain., • Strong commercial awareness and customer insight., • Proficient in buying systems and Microsoft applications. Collaboration and Deliverables: Collaboration ☐ External Agency or Consultant ☒ External Supplier ☐ NEXT Business Partners ☐ FatFace Directors ☐ Store Teams ☒ Internal Product Teams (Design, Buying, Merchandising) ☒ Internal Support Teams (Finance, IT, Retail Operations, People, Compliance, Property) ☒ Internal Creative Teams (Marketing, Creative, Studio) ☒ Industry Networking Deliverables ☒ Department Spend vs Budget ☒ Team Performance and Development ☒ Compliance and Governance Requirements ☐ Commercial Reporting ☒ Project Delivery ☒ Timelines and Deadlines ☒ Resource Planning FatFace Benefits: Financial & Protection Benefits • Sick pay allowances, • Critical Illness Income protection/ Death in service (for salaried colleagues), • Pension scheme – with net deduction and salary sacrifice options, • Dental insurance (colleague-funded) Discounts & Perks • 60% off FatFace products, • 25% discount at Next stores (across full price products), • O2 phone discount, • Discounted gym membership, • Cycle to Work scheme (for salaried colleagues), • EV vehicle scheme (for salaried colleagues), • Perkbox – our online platform offering:, • Day-one access, • Exclusive brand discounts, • Wellbeing content, • Home workouts and more Health & Wellbeing • Specsavers eye care scheme, • Eye tests and contributions to glasses, • Free period products, • EAP support 24/7 via UNUM, Retail Trust, and Fashion & Textiles Support Learning & Development • THRIVE – our learning management system:, • Day-one access, • 1,000s of learning resources Time Off & Leave • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Sabbatical leave (in line with service), • Enhanced family-friendly policies – including enhanced maternity leave, • Flexible Working Opportunities – flexible working requests can be made from day one of employment and are considered on an individual basis. Additional Perks • Refer a Friend scheme We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply — you might be just the right fit.

Role Title: Senior Merchandiser Department: Merchandising Reports To: Merchandising Manager / Head of Merchandising Contract Type: Full-Time (35 hours), Permanent Working Arrangements/Pattern: Monday-Friday (hybrid working 3 days in the office) Working Location: Havant, Hampshire Who are we? For over 30 years, we’ve travelled, we’ve laughed, we’ve grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life’s everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow and always. Our Product formula: Considered style. Trusted Quality. B Corp certified. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 best places to work 2025 and best places to work for women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn’t an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to ignite an inclusive foundation for us all to build from and truly connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities alike. You play a key part in creating an environment free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying and any other form of marginalisation in our workplaces. Role Summary The Senior Merchandiser plays a pivotal leadership role within the Merchandising function, driving the financial and strategic performance of their category and contributing to the wider department strategy. Acting as a deputy to the Merchandise Manager / Head of Merchandising, the role ensures robust planning, trading excellence, and effective team development, while delivering commercial outcomes aligned with the FatFace brand and values. The Senior Merchandiser partners closely with Buying, Design, Next, and cross functional teams to deliver compelling, profitable ranges across all channels, while developing and supporting junior team members. Role Responsibilities Department Leadership & Deputising • Deputise for the Merchandise Manager / Head of Merchandising on departmental activities when required., • Provide senior input into department decision making, strategy, and problem solving., • Partner with senior stakeholders to drive business objectives and innovation. Financial Planning & Performance Management • Lead monthly roll‑ups, margin reviews, and financial summaries, tracking performance against plan at category and department level in line with budget targets., • Own and manage Category Planning tools (Cat Plan) and stock walk‑throughs, ensuring accuracy of intake, spend, sales, markdowns, and terminal stock., • Measure category and department actuals versus plan, identifying risks and opportunities and proposing action., • Drive Open to Buy (OTB) management to optimise stock levels, availability, and cash flow efficiency. Support management with department roll ups., • Develop and present markdown and promotional proposals that maximise sales and margin.Support management with department roll ups. Strategy & Business Development • Collaborate with Merch Manager/Head of Merchandising on strategy and innovation., • Support and help lead departmental strategy meetings, taking ownership for defined categories., • Deliver robust financial category planning aligned to seasonal and long term business goals., • Prepare business cases for new product areas, collaborations, and growth opportunities., • Accountable for product strategies relating to seasonal peaks, new stores, space changes, and additional channels. Systems & Web Readiness (NEXT Product System) • Set up line flows and load budgets pre‑season within the NEXT product system., • Provide clear direction on launch strategies such as Early Release and Mid Phase Drops to support Assistant and Trainee Merchandisers., • Ensure consistent delivery of web readiness and publishing standards across all categories. Range Planning & Sign‑off • Lead lessons learned reviews to inform and improve future range planning decisions., • Oversee option planning and thumbnail development aligned to financial category plans., • Chair range review meetings, ensuring options are ranked, budgeted, and aligned to financial and option plans., • Finalise estimates and distributions using competition curves to tie back to agreed budgets., • Own the collation of signoff packs, including line level attribution, buy data, and KPIs., • Lead range signoff meetings with Buying, Design, and technical teams., • Manage relationships with Partners and NEXT Branch Merchandising teams to ensure clear communication and alignment. Contract Management & Critical Path • Accountable for all merchandising actions within the Contract Tracker, ensuring delivery to critical path and agreed spend., • Monitor and enforce critical path adherence across the merchandising team to support successful launches. Trading & In Season Management • Set clear weekly trading priorities for the team., • Deliver concise trade summaries with actionable category insights., • Maintain and accurately update the budget tracker on a weekly basis., • Review in season forecasts and actuals, confirming stock management actions and risks, aligning to company budgets., • Measure the effectiveness of markdowns and promotions, implementing corrective actions where required., • Chair weekly pre trade meetings to align priorities for upcoming trading periods. Supplier Management • Lead supplier meetings, production planning, and forecasting reviews., • Manage performance against plan, addressing variances and driving corrective actions in line with department strategies., • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support long term growth and quality delivery. Team Leadership & Development • Lead, coach, and develop Merchandisers/Juniors, Assistant and Trainee Merchandisers through regular 1‑2‑1s, appraisals, and development planning., • Identify capability gaps and deliver training and peer learning opportunities., • Set clear expectations and priorities aligned to departmental objectives and critical path delivery., • Support wider team with system training needs, utilising super users., • Act as an ambassador for FatFace values and mission. Broader Merchandising Contribution • Lead regular store visits and competitor shops to inform commercial and ranging decisions., • Foster cross-functional collaboration with design, buying, tech, and finance teams., • Contribute to cross functional initiatives with VM, Retail Operations, Ecommerce, and Marketing., • Champion sustainability initiatives within merchandising activity., • Align self to companies social and environmental mission and champion any actions that you can directly impact at all times. Skills and Experience • Extensive experience in a merchandising role, with proven success in financial planning and category management., • Strong people leadership experience, with a track record of developing high performing merchandising teams., • Advanced analytical capability and confidence using merchandising systems and reporting tools., • Excellent supplier management and negotiation skills., • Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with and influence cross functional stakeholders., • Commercially driven with a strategic mindset and a passion for delivering long term, sustainable growth. Role Competencies Commercial Acumen – Strong understanding of financial drivers and trading levers. Strategic Thinking – Ability to translate insight into long term category and department plans. Leadership & Coaching – Inspires, develops, and empowers others to perform at their best. Collaboration – Builds trusted relationships across Buying, Design, Supply Chain, and NEXT partners. Decision Making – Confident and timely decision making backed by data and insight. Ownership & Accountability – Takes responsibility for outcomes, driving delivery against plan. Collaboration and Deliverables: Collaboration ☐ External Agency or Consultant ☒ External Supplier ☒ NEXT Business Partners ☒ FatFace Directors ☒ Store Teams ☒ Internal Product Teams (Design, Buying, Merchandising) ☒ Internal Support Teams (Finance, IT, Retail Operations, People, Compliance, Property) ☒ Internal Creative Teams (Marketing, Creative, Studio) ☒ Industry Networking Deliverables ☒ Department Spend vs Budget ☒ Team Performance and Development ☒ Compliance and Governance Requirements ☒ Commercial Reporting ☒ Project Delivery ☒ Timelines and Deadlines ☒ Resource Planning FatFace Benefits: Financial & Protection Benefits • Sick pay allowances, • Critical Illness Income protection/ Death in service (for salaried colleagues), • Pension scheme – with net deduction and salary sacrifice options, • Dental insurance (colleague funded) Discounts & Perks • 60% off FatFace products, • 25% discount at Next stores (across full price products), • O2 phone discount, • Discounted gym membership, • Cycle to Work scheme (for salaried colleagues), • EV vehicle scheme (for salaried colleagues), • Perkbox – our online platform offering:, • Day-one access, • Exclusive brand discounts, • Wellbeing content, • Home workouts and more Health & Wellbeing • Specsavers eye care scheme, • Eye tests and contributions to glasses, • Free period products, • EAP support 24/7 via UNUM, Retail Trust, and Fashion & Textiles Support Learning & Development • THRIVE – our learning management system:, • Day-one access, • 1,000s of learning resources Time Off & Leave • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Sabbatical leave (in line with service), • Enhanced family-friendly policies – including enhanced maternity leave, • Flexible Working Opportunities – flexible working requests can be made from day one of employment and are considered on an individual basis. Additional Perks • Refer a Friend scheme

Role Title Designer Department Design Reports To Head of Design and Buying Menswear Contract Type Permanent Working Arrangements/Pattern Full-Time (35 hours) – 3 days per week office based Working Location FatFace HQ, Havant, PO9 1QJ About us Who are we? For over 30 years, we’ve travelled, we’ve laughed, we’ve grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life’s everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow and always. Our Product formula: Considered style. Trusted Quality. B Corp certified. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 best places to work 2025 and best places to work for women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn’t an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to ignite an inclusive foundation for us all to build from and truly connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities alike. You play a key part in creating an environment free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying and any other form of marginalisation in our workplaces. Role Summary To work in conjunction with other category designers, Garment technologists and buyers to create a collection for a category and to follow the product through to Final Production Standard sample stage. Role Responsibilities • Responsible for the design of multi product garments for all phases and seasons, • Research and develop new fabrics in line with trend and brand direction., • Create colour palette for the range., • Illustrate garments to presentation and specification pack standard., • Create Specification Packs to forward to suppliers for development of garment samples., • Present ranges to team and CEO for sign off and adjustments., • Adjust and design graphics applicable to garments., • Brief Graphic Design with range direction and focal points as appropriate., • Research themes and directions for following collections., • Create and present trend packs, Mood Boards, and forecasts for following seasons., • Follow development of samples through fit meetings to sealer stage, • Align self to companies social and environmental mission and champion any actions that you can directly impact at all times’ Skills and Experience • Degree or equivalent in Fashion based subject., • Experience at Designer level., • Experience of Menswear., • Presentation Skills, • Ability to communicate with externals and Senior Management., • Good research skills., • Ability to organise and prioritise workload. Role Competencies • Knowledge of garment construction, treatments, and fabrics, • Good knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator), • Ability to draw garments clearly and accurately., • Understanding of colour stories and levels, • Ability to convey designs from paper to 3D design., • Good Knowledge of Factory processes, • Creative and able to convey vision of Fat Face Brand, • Demonstrate knowledge of trend within the marketplace, • Articulate current and future trends for category. Key Contacts and Relationships: External: • Factory Suppliers Internal: • Design team., • Buying Team, • B&M Management, • CEO Accountable for Resources: • Brand Image – delivering the Brand ID and maintaining Brand integrity., • Profitability of the category range and continued growth of successful core range. FatFace Benefits: Financial & Protection Benefits • Sick pay allowances, • Critical Illness Income protection/ Death in service (for salaried colleagues), • Pension scheme – with net deduction and salary sacrifice options, • Dental insurance (colleague funded) Discounts & Perks • 60% off FatFace products, • 25% discount at Next stores (across full price products), • O2 phone discount, • Discounted gym membership, • Cycle to Work scheme (for salaried colleagues), • EV vehicle scheme (for salaried colleagues), • Perkbox – our online platform offering:, • Day-one access, • Exclusive brand discounts, • Wellbeing content, • Home workouts and more Health & Wellbeing • Specsavers eye care scheme, • Eye tests and contributions to glasses, • Free period products, • EAP support 24/7 via UNUM, Retail Trust, and Fashion & Textiles Support Learning & Development • THRIVE – our learning management system:, • Day-one access, • 1,000s of learning resources Time Off & Leave • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Sabbatical leave (in line with service), • Enhanced family-friendly policies – including enhanced maternity leave, • Flexible Working Opportunities – flexible working requests can be made from day one of employment and are considered on an individual basis. Additional Perks • Refer a Friend scheme We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply — you might be just the right fit.

Role: Junior Buyer - Menswear Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Location: FatFace HQ, Havant, Hampshire PO9 1QJ Working Arrangements: Hybrid Working (3 days per week office-based) Who are we? For over 30 years, we’ve travelled, we’ve laughed, we’ve grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life’s everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow and always. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 Best Places to Work 2025 and Best Places to Work for Women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn’t an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to ignite an inclusive foundation for us all to build from and truly connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities alike. You play a key part in creating an environment free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying and any other form of marginalisation in our workplaces. Who are we? For over 30 years, we’ve travelled, we’ve laughed, we’ve grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. We are Made for Life. Our mission statement: Crafting clothes for life’s everyday adventures. Today, tomorrow and always. Our Product formula: Considered style. Trusted Quality. B Corp certified. We are proud to have featured in the Sunday Times top 10 best places to work 2025 and best places to work for women 2025. Equality and inclusion isn’t an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to ignite an inclusive foundation for us all to build from and truly connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities alike. You play a key part in creating an environment free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying and any other form of marginalisation in our workplaces. Role Summary As a Junior Buyer, you will develop trend-led, profitable ranges, whilst maintaining brand integrity through product alignment. You will select, rank, negotiate and trade products to drive category performance. Role Responsibilities Critical Path Management • Manage critical path timelines and ensure product launches meet availability targets., • Agree and plan key sign off dates based on category lead times., • You will review the ranges and trade open to buy maintain launch integrity. Systems • Maintain data accuracy by effectively utilizing BRP systems., • Ensure all necessary approvals are completed in line with the critical path for PIM., • Confirm supplier compliance through the timely and accurate completion of SCOM requirements. Category Development • Build balanced, commercial ranges for all channels and secure sign-off from senior stakeholders., • Negotiate costs, deliveries, and monitor KPIs to achieve delivery and margin targets., • Build a range with price architecture, based on market research and business KPI’s, • Drive in-season trading decisions to optimise profitability and control commitments., • Conduct competitor and market analysis to inform strategy., • Support the building of the departmental strategy for the category., • Support the Tech and Design function in the fit process., • Work Supporting the Partners team Wholesale division to place orders, trade and showcase ranges where required., • Present the category to key stakeholders to support the execution of the vision through marketing, digital, and other selling channels. People & Management • Train and develop Assistant buyers and Trainee Buyers, • Collaborate cross-functionally with design, merchandising, finance, tech teams, finance and other key stakeholders, • Build strong relationships with the supply base to support product execution and CP., • Own and drive own personal development, seeking out opportunities for personal growth., • Uphold company values in all external and internal interactions. Business Values and Mission • Act as an ambassador for FatFace by living and breathing our values in everything you do. Champion our mission creating meaningful connections with customers, colleagues, and communities while ensuring every decision reflects our brand purpose, • Align self to companies social and environmental mission and champion any actions that you can directly impact at all times’ Skills and Experience • Degree or equivalent qualification in Fashion or related field., • Proven buying experience at Junior Buyer level or above., • Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills., • Highly numerate with ability to analyze data and manage budgets., • Team leadership and problem-solving capabilities., • Excellent planning and organizational skills with adaptability to business needs. Role Competencies • Passion for product and brand., • Comprehensive understanding of buying principles, garment construction, and supply chain., • Strong commercial awareness and customer insight., • Proficient in buying systems and Microsoft applications. Collaboration and Deliverables: Collaboration ☐ External Agency or Consultant ☒ External Supplier ☐ NEXT Business Partners ☐ FatFace Directors ☐ Store Teams ☒ Internal Product Teams (Design, Buying, Merchandising) ☒ Internal Support Teams (Finance, IT, Retail Operations, People, Compliance, Property) ☒ Internal Creative Teams (Marketing, Creative, Studio) ☒ Industry Networking Deliverables ☒ Department Spend vs Budget ☒ Team Performance and Development ☐ Compliance and Governance Requirements ☐ Commercial Reporting ☒ Project Delivery ☒ Timelines and Deadlines ☒ Resource Planning FatFace Benefits: Financial & Protection Benefits • Sick pay allowances, • Critical Illness Income protection/ Death in service (for salaried colleagues), • Pension scheme – with net deduction and salary sacrifice options, • Dental insurance (colleague funded) Discounts & Perks • 60% off FatFace products, • 25% discount at Next stores (across full price products), • O2 phone discount, • Discounted gym membership, • Cycle to Work scheme (for salaried colleagues), • EV vehicle scheme (for salaried colleagues), • Perkbox – our online platform offering:, • Day-one access, • Exclusive brand discounts, • Wellbeing content, • Home workouts and more Health & Wellbeing • Specsavers eye care scheme, • Eye tests and contributions to glasses, • Free period products, • EAP support 24/7 via UNUM, Retail Trust, and Fashion & Textiles Support Learning & Development • THRIVE – our learning management system:, • Day-one access, • 1,000s of learning resources Time Off & Leave • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Sabbatical leave (in line with service), • Enhanced family-friendly policies – including enhanced maternity leave, • Flexible Working Opportunities – flexible working requests can be made from day one of employment and are considered on an individual basis. Additional Perks • Refer a Friend scheme We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply — you might be just the right fit.

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A leading fashion retailer in Greater London is seeking a talented Mid-Weight Graphic Designer to join their creative team. This role requires 3-5 years' experience in graphic design, ideally in the fashion or lifestyle sector.

A great opportunity for a fashion graduate looking to build digital and creative experience within a well‑known retailer. We're recruiting an ongoing Digital Creative Temp to support a fashion retailer's e-commerce and digital team. Fashion‑related degree or equivalent experience.

Candidates should possess retail and ideally visual merchandising experience, have a keen eye for fashion trends, and strong organizational skills.

A luxury fashion brand in Greater London is seeking a passionate Sales Assistant to represent their values and provide excellent customer service.

A kids fashion brand in Greater London is seeking a creative freelance Social Media Executive to grow their online presence. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of kids fashion and social media platforms. Candidates should have 1–3 years of experience in fashion social media manag

A well-established educational institution in Greater London is seeking a part-time Technician specializing in Furniture Making and Fashion.

A leading fashion brand based in East Sussex is seeking a Senior Creative Manager to lead creative content delivery including photography across e-commerce and campaigns. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in creative production, a strong background in project management, and the abilit

A leading fashion retailer in the United Kingdom is seeking a Creative Fashion Stylist to join their Richmond office. This role requires a keen eye for fashion and a passion for creating visually appealing looks across multi-channel campaigns. The ideal candidate will work closely with the creative

A leading fashion supply chain firm seeks a creative Packaging Designer in Greater London to support the visual identity of their hosiery, underwear, and loungewear collections. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.

A leading fashion recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Women’s Jersey Shape Designer to lead the design and development of innovative collections for a high-profile fashion partnership.