LeMieux is the UK’s fastest-growing equestrian and lifestyle brand, with a global community and big ambitions. Our success is driven by talented people who share our passion for innovation, collaboration, and excellence. We’re seeking a Buyer to join our team and help shape the future of our brand.
What You’ll Do
· Develop customer and market-focused product collections that align with our brand strategy, balancing new and contemporary product
· Consistently review the competition to keep our product proposition, price, and quality ahead across all key categories
· Build and manage supplier relationships, and source new vendors
· Continually investigate and propose new product opportunities to optimise sales
· Negotiate prices to deliver intake margin targets
· Manage critical path deadlines and lead times for timely product launches, working closely with Design and Merchandising to resolve issues that could impact delivery
· Influence the marketing calendar, feeding in product strategy and focus to deliver planned sales during key peak trading periods
· Liaise with QC to keep product development and production aligned with critical path dates and requirements
· Assess supplier performance and take appropriate action where necessary
· Champion the use of responsibly sourced and sustainable materials when developing product ranges and selecting suppliers
What You’ll Bring
· Proven experience as a Buyer, ideally within lifestyle, fashion or equestrian retail/wholesale
· Strong commercial and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret sales data to inform buying decisions
· Excellent negotiation skills, with a track record of delivering intake margin targets
· Experience managing supplier relationships and sourcing new vendors
· A good eye for product and market trends, with the ability to balance new and contemporary ranges
· Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple critical paths and competing deadlines
· Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, working cross-functionally with Design, Merchandising, and QC
· A proactive, collaborative approach and a genuine interest in the equestrian and lifestyle industry (desirable)
· An interest in sustainable sourcing and ethical supply chain practices (desirable)
Why Join LeMieux?
Founded in 2006, LeMieux is the UK’s fastest-growing equestrian and lifestyle brand with a global presence. Driven by innovation and passion for horses and riders, we’re expanding our 150-strong team based in our Romsey HQ and looking for exceptional people to join us on our journey.
We’re on a mission to be the most exciting equestrian brand on the planet. To get there, we need exceptional people who thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment and a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving. Whether you ride or not, you’ll share our energy, determination, and obsession with delivering excellence for our community.
From financial security to time with your loved ones (on two legs or four), we continually invest in our employees. Benefits vary by role, but you can expect:
· Company pension
· Free on-site parking and EV charging
· Casual attire
· Generous holiday allowance
· Health & Wellbeing app
· Employee discount
We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that varied perspectives drive innovation and strengthen our team. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities - including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, and neurodiversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote an environment of respect, support, and opportunity for all. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the application process.
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Romsey SO51 6DQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Romsey SO51 6DQ
