Location: Manchester

Type: Permanent

Industry: Ladieswear

Job Ref: TGN5435

The Company:

An established and exciting fashion brand which has seen explosive growth are currently recruiting for a Buyer. They have quickly grown and have a well-recognised presence on social media platforms. This is a pivotal role to the business & an exciting opportunity to join a business on its path to success. The ideal candidate will have a experience in a similar role for a fashion ecommerce business.

The Role:

• You will manage a small team, leading by example and coaching where needed.
• Responsible for department strategy, range planning, reporting & the critical path.
• Negotiate cost prices across China, India, Pakistan, Turkey, Morocco and the UK
• Buying a multi-product range of Ladieswear including Accessories & Footwear.
• Ensuring the range is reflective of the business strategy & brand.
• Working closely with the business owners on a daily basis.
• Helping to interpret reports and predicting future sales.
• Use the WSSI to make informed and strategic decisions.
• Negotiating the best possible cost prices at all times.
• Develop new strategies for the business and department.
• Identifying key opportunities in the business.
• Analysing market trends and have good seasonal awareness.
• Monitoring best & worst sellers then making recommendations on markdowns.
• Working with markdown strategies to maximize profitability.
• Assist with planning in promotional & Trading activities.
• Sourcing new factories and suppliers in line with the brand quality, design, ethical requirements.
• Communicate key information in trading meeting to buyer and director level.
• Other duties as required.

Skills Required:

• MUST have 5 years Multiproduct Buying experience – ideally for a Fashion Ecommerce Brand.
• A relevant degree in Fashion or similar.
• Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Excel.
• Strong strategic and range planning skills.
• Sourcing experience is essential.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Previous experience managing your own range, OTB and budgets.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office (particularly Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel).
• Excellent communication skills.