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Trainee Scheme
About Next
Top 2 high street retailer
Biggest online clothing retailer in Europe
Multi-channel retailer
Childrenswear market leader
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Over 500 Retail stores
Over 2,000,000 Directory customers
Approximately 45,000 employees
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More newness
Great product
Fast track from design to store
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Better designs
Good cost control
Investment in the brand
Next Trainee Programme
Trainee Roles
Trainee Buyers– Assist the Buyer and Assistant Buyer in developing a range
– Approve trims
– Manage samples
– Arrange product for meetings
Trainee Merchandisers– Review Best Seller reports
– Progress product through to delivery
– Generate reports for meetings
– Manage Mock Shop samples
Application Process
Apply online
Online ability test
Telephone interview
Assessment Centre
Agree start date
Career Path
Buyer/Merchandiser
Assistant (3 to 5 yrs)
Trainee (12 to 18 months)
Hints and Tips
Research your role and Next
Gain relevant or retail work experience e.g. weekend holiday work
Use the internet, know the industry
Work placements
Regular performance reviews
Structured 18 month programme
Training and Development
Product Development School
Clearly defined development path
Excellent communication skills
Excellent organisational skills
Apply your own initiative
What we are looking for...
A good understanding and interestin our business
Knowledge of our marketand competitors
Ambition!
What we are looking for...
Thank You
