Brands Sourcing Manager

NEXT plc is seeking a talented, experienced Brands Sourcing Manager to join our dynamic team. We are a leading retail company with a focus on delivering excellent customer service and value for money.The ideal candidate must possess a degree in business, procurement, or a related field, as well as a minimum of 5 years' experience in sourcing and managing brand relationships. The Brands Sourcing Manager will be expected to have a strong understanding of the retail industry and be able to effectively manage the procurement process from start to finish. This person must also have excellent communication and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.As the Brands Sourcing Manager, you will be responsible for cultivating strong relationships with existing and potential brand partners, negotiating terms of agreements, and managing the procurement process. You will also work closely with the marketing team to ensure the successful launch of new and existing brands. This is a great opportunity to join a successful and innovative retail company.

Responsibilities of the Brands Sourcing Manager:

1. Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential brand partners.
2. Negotiate terms of agreements with brand partners.
3. Manage the procurement process from start to finish.
4. Monitor and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
5. Work with the marketing team to ensure successful launch of new and existing brands.
6. Stay up-to-date on industry trends and emerging technologies.
7. Analyze data to make informed decisions regarding brand partnerships.
8. Monitor supplier performance and provide feedback.
9. Develop and implement strategies to improve cost-effectiveness and efficiency.
10. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Brands Sourcing Manager in Leicester, UK is between £28000 and £35000 per annum. This is based on the salaries reported by employers and employees on the website.

NEXT plc is a United Kingdom-based retailer offering clothing, footwear, accessories and home products. The Company's segments include NEXT Retail, a chain of over 500 stores in the United Kingdom and Eire; NEXT Directory, an online and catalogue shopping business with over four million active customers and international Websites serving approximately 70 countries; NEXT International Retail, with approximately 200 mainly franchised stores; NEXT Sourcing, which designs and sources NEXT branded products; Lipsy, which designs and sells Lipsy branded younger women's fashion products, and Property Management, which holds properties and property leases which are sub-let to other segments and external parties. Lipsy also sells directly through its own stores and Website, to wholesale customers and to franchise partners. The Company's franchise partners operate approximately 180 stores in over 30 countries.