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Head of Buying (all genders)

Köln
Full-time
Permanent employee
75,000 - 83,000 € per year

Want to make a difference?

As Head of Buying (all genders), you will take ownership of our global buying strategy and lead a team that plays a key role in bringing sustainable fashion to life. Working closely with Design, Merchandising, Logistics and Finance, you will ensure that our collections are commercially successful, responsibly sourced and available on time.

With your strategic mindset and strong understanding of markets, supplier partnerships and sustainable supply chains, you will make decisions that create an impact far beyond buying.

Who we are...

Since 2007, ARMEDANGELS has been proving that fashion can be done differently: innovative, timeless and produced according to responsible standards for both people and the planet. No sweatshops. No harmful chemicals. No cheap mass production.

What started with a simple idea—printing T-shirts to raise funds for charitable projects and organisations—has grown into one of Europe's largest sustainable lifestyle brands. Today, with a team of around 190 people and four collections a year, we continue to demonstrate that responsibility and great product design go hand in hand.

What is the job about?

  • Shape and further develop our global buying strategy in line with our overall business objectives.
  • Lead, coach and develop our Buying team while creating an environment where people are empowered to take ownership and grow.
  • Build long-term strategic partnerships with our suppliers and lead negotiations based on trust, transparency and collaboration.
  • Work closely with Design, Merchandising, Logistics and Finance to ensure excellent collection planning and product availability.
  • Analyse relevant KPIs, identify opportunities and continuously improve our buying processes.
  • Stay ahead of market developments, material innovations and sourcing trends, translating insights into future-proof buying strategies.
  • Ensure our high sustainability and quality standards are consistently upheld throughout the entire supply chain.

We'd love to hear from you if you have

  • Several years of leadership experience in Buying or Procurement, ideally within the fashion or lifestyle industry.
  • Proven experience in building and developing strategic supplier partnerships.
  • Strong understanding of buying, sourcing and supply chain processes.
  • An analytical mindset combined with commercial thinking.
  • An inspiring and appreciative leadership style with a hands-on mentality.
  • A genuine passion for sustainable fashion and the ambition to drive positive change.

What can you expect?

  • An inspiring workplace: Join an innovative company that is committed to operating as sustainably as possible while continuously setting new industry standards.

  • Flexibility: Trust-based working hours and the opportunity to work in a hybrid setup.

  • Team spirit: Look forward to unforgettable company celebrations, an office full of character and history, and a dog-friendly workplace where your four-legged friend is always welcome.

  • Benefits: Enjoy a €50 monthly allowance via the guudcard, ARMEDANGELS shopping vouchers, attractive employee discounts, a JobRad bike leasing scheme and/or Germany Ticket, as well as a company pension plan.

  • Support: Our Employee Assistance Program offers confidential support and guidance for every stage of life—completely independent of your employer.

  • Come as you are: There's no dress code here—just come as yourself (wearing clothes, of course!).

Good to know before you apply

Curiosity, courage and the drive to make a difference are qualities we truly value.

Please apply online via the application button and include the following information:

  • Your pronouns and, if applicable, your preferred name
  • Your CV
  • Your earliest possible start date and salary expectations
  • A few words about why you're excited to join ARMEDANGELS

This will help us get a well-rounded picture of who you are and how well we might fit together. Feel free to address your application to our colleague Annick.

Thank you for your time and your interest. We look forward to hearing from you!

About us

Since 2007, the Cologne-based label ARMEDANGELS has been proving that fashion can be different: innovative and timeless, produced according to responsible standards for people and the planet. No wage slavery, no harmful chemicals, no cheap mass-produced goods. From the simple idea of printing T-shirts and collecting donations for projects and organisations through sales, a company has grown that is now one of the largest sustainable lifestyle labels in Europe. With a 190-strong team and four collections a year, ARMEDANGELS shows that responsibility and good product design are not mutually exclusive.