The Frolic Junior Buyer

Role Overview The Junior Buyer is responsible for supporting the delivery of a commercial, trend-focused product range that aligns with Frolic’s brand strategy. This role manages key elements of the buying process, including costing, range planning, supplier communication, fit sessions, and cross-functional collaboration. The Junior Buyer will work closely with the Design, Merchandising, and Production teams, while engaging directly with suppliers to ensure high-quality, on-brand product. Key Responsibilities Costing & Supplier Management · Negotiate all product costings across the department, covering approximately: 100 styles per month × 10 months + 6 × 50 swim and beachwear styles · Work closely with the China team and directly with selected global suppliers to manage development, pricing, and production. · Ensure competitive margins and timely decision-making throughout the product lifecycle. Range Building & Pricing · Propose RRPs using Frolic’s established pricing architecture. · Maintain and update the range plan tool, ensuring accuracy and alignment with commercial targets. · Provide clear, actionable range feedback to Designers to support development and trend direction. · Manage direction and alignment for the ASOS range, ensuring suitability and commerciality for the account. Product Development & Process Management · Attend weekly fit sessions (approx. 6 hours per week) to support product quality, fit consistency, and on-brand execution. · Ensure full adherence to the critical path, escalating risks or delays as needed. · Support fabric approvals in partnership with Design and Technical teams, ensuring suitability for end use. · Resolve and support critical path queries with China and Turkey, maintaining smooth development flow. · Prepare for and participate in Customer product calls for every collection, aligning product with market needs. Trading & Reporting · Contribute to seasonal and in-season range analysis, identifying opportunities based on performance and trend for the customer. · Support preparation for key meetings, sharing data, insights, and recommendations. Travel · Attend buying trips as required, supporting supplier meetings, sourcing, and product development. · Experience as an Assistant Buyer or established Junior Buyer within fashion; multi-product experience advantageous. · Strong negotiation skills with experience costing across multiple suppliers or regions. · Solid understanding of product development, garment construction, and fit. · Highly organised with resilience in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. · Excellent communication skills and confidence engaging with suppliers and internal teams. · Commercial mindset with the ability to interpret performance and identify opportunities. Birthday day off 25-day holiday Flexible hours Vibrant team 40% off staff discount Team socials Competitions Hybrid working - 4 days in the Altrincham office