[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All JD Sports Fashion jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jd-sports-fashion/) · [Search jobs](/search/) JD Sports Fashion # 9419 Senior Buyer Apparel 12 Month Ftc Senior individual contributor Supply Chain & Logistics Listed on JD Sports Fashion’s official careers site. Listed as of October 20, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on JD Sports Fashion’s careers site →](https://careers.jdplc.com/jobs/9419-senior-buyer-apparel-12-month-ftc) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [JD Sports Fashion](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jd-sports-fashion/) / 9419 Senior Buyer Apparel 12 Month Ftc ## Job description Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with our colleagues working in stores across several retail fascias in many markets around the world. JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019 and continues to grow in the UK and internationally. We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To be a part of this successful company and help us to achieve this you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative and customer-focused organisation which provides operational excellence whilst identifying new areas of growth as part of our day to day objectives. Senior Buyer - Apparel - 12 Month FTC Responsible to: Head of Buying/Buying Director Department: Buying Location: JD Sports Fashion plc, Hollinsbrook way, Pilsworth, Bury, BL9 8RR Key Roles and Responsibilities: Work with the Department Head and Buying Director to build forward strategy and ensure implementation. Development and mentorship of junior members of the buying team Representing the Buying function on relevant fascia and category (tbc) Attending all appointments, with involvement in selection, editing and curation of product Attending all product launches throughout the year as specified Attending all relevant trade shows Market analysis/store visits Analysis and review of trade with the merchandising department to propose and drive actions for the week/seasons ahead ensuring KPI’s and Margin targets are met. Vendor negotiation and New brand onboarding Being hyper vigilant on new brands opportunities and trends to diversify and drive department/category sales and ensure market relevancy Budget negotiation and planning within internal teams and external brands Negotiation with brands re distribution agreements Working independently in a creative and trend led environment Managing budgets and OTB on in seasons and forward budgets Present ranges and department strategy with department head to Buying Director and Merchandising Director. Preparation and presentation of performance in trade meetings Proposals to assist driving sales in your relevant department Stock management in conjunction with brands and merchandising team Cross functional collaboration to bring brands/departmental strategy to life. ### Core Competencies Extensive knowledge of our store base and website Strong presentation skills Confidence within own decisions and product selection. Comfortable in driving decisions on file and being accountable for all actions. - Ability to act independently Extensive knowledge of product area and market - Ability to look forward and predict trends both current and future Highly numerate and skilled within budget forecasting and planning - Strong time management skills ensuring all business critical deadlines are met Skills/Experience/Knowledge needed: Experienced Buyer or currently in a senior buying role Experience of buying Sports Fashion is advantageous Experience of buying branded goods is essential People development experience advantageous - Strong understanding and knowledge of current and upcoming sports fashion trends at a high street and premium level price point. Be able to exercise a high degree of analytical and numerical skills Fully literate in Microsoft Office: PowerPoint, Word, Excel Organisational skills are essential Be able to work under own initiative A creative and trend led individual What we will offer you: Development linked to your role with the business An opportunity to work across multi-brands both UK and Internationally We know our colleagues work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits including staff Discount On JD Group and other brands within the organisation and personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work. Thank you for your time #JD ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 13, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 20, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days[Apply on JD Sports Fashion’s careers site →](https://careers.jdplc.com/jobs/9419-senior-buyer-apparel-12-month-ftc) ## More jobs at JD Sports Fashion ### [4947462101 Buyer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jd-sports-fashion/jobs/c294c41e8f507295425c/) ### [4947483101 Buyer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jd-sports-fashion/jobs/32d874520e0cadd983c0/) ### [8149 Buyer Mens Apparel](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jd-sports-fashion/jobs/950d42490d80792e2b8e/) ### [10056 Midweight Videographer Size Group](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jd-sports-fashion/jobs/997e51adea22928f95be/) ### [10066 Assistant Store Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jd-sports-fashion/jobs/e040822061da9689a13f/) ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [watchmaker 12 month ftc](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/richemont/jobs/76da5df7e371b5441668/) Richemont ### [Intern - Pricing Actuarial Analyst - 12 month FTC](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/tesco/jobs/882e1ad85de78bf1924d/) Tesco ### [part time logistics administrator 12 month ftc](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/richemont/jobs/2c470325d545b7594e6c/) Richemont ### [Regional Field Sales Executive 12 Month Ftc Field Based United Kingdom](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/imperial-brands/jobs/f8a5f91000b3e005d2bc/) Imperial Brands ### [Premier Customer Care Representative | 12-month FTC](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fedex/jobs/d4ea714cf4ac5a437042/) FedEx OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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