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Buyer - Footwear and Accessories

2 months ago

Glasgow, United Kingdom Quiz Clothing Full time

Job Purpose


The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.
  • To source, develop and buy strategically for the business
  • To deliver a commercial range that maximizes sales and profit opportunities
  • To agree and deliver the department/product range sourcing plan
  • To negotiate with suppliers to deliver the best product, cost price and lead time

 

Responsibilities

·        Manages the critical path from concept through to buying, making any necessary changes to react to the market

·        Identifies new sourcing opportunities and works with Designer to develop product

·        Provides clear development specifications to supplier base

·        Negotiates the best cost price to achieve departmental margin targets and reacts to market conditions to protect profit

·        Understands product trends and interprets them where relevant into product area

·        Develops the right product at the right time to meet customer requirements

·        Works in conjunction with Visual Merchandising to design layout strategies

·        Revises current sales with Merchandising team, reacting appropriately to maximize sales opportunities

·        Predicts emerging trends to increase market share

·        Monitors competitor actions

·        Agrees packaging and presentation of product in line with critical path

·        Works with QC to complete fit sessions

·        Visits suppliers on buying trips

 

Skills and Experience

·        Understands the brand, our USP and core values

·        2+ years buying/ sourcing experience in either footwear or accessories 

·        Comprehensive knowledge of current market place and competitors

·        Knowledge of elements that make up the cost of a product

·        Skilled negotiation techniques and influencing skills

·        Understands supply chain issues, lead times, supplier capability and flexibility

·        Ability to develop a comprehensive product range

·        Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the business

·        Ensures the direction of the team in line with company objectives

 

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