SUMMARY:
A well-established fashion retailer is currently in search of an Apparel Buyer with branded wear experience in the retail industry to join their team
POSITION INFO:
Duties (will include but not limited to):
Achieving and exceeding the Company''s margin targets and GP Rands as signed off at the seasonal business plan meetings
To deliver the consolidated apparel seasonal merchandise plans, location plans, assortment plans and monthly forecasts to the relevant stakeholders
Developing, influencing, and driving seasonal product and purchasing strategy in line with the Company objectives. A focus area will be the management and improvement of stock turns
To provide accurate and on-time business information, align actions and manage deviations to achieve agreed merchandise objectives
To develop and influence cross functional partnerships in all specified key relationships
Setting a trend and design direction for Apparel on offer
To develop empower and lead the apparel team by implementing sound people management practices and creating a high-performance culture across Buying & Planning
Constantly engaging, negotiating with, and influencing the current and new suppliers of branded apparel products to successfully source the appropriate merchandise mix that suits the value proposition and ensuring long term sustainable business relations
Determining and managing the merchandise procurement process to ensure on-time delivery as per the agreed Company Critical path dates
Ensure that the appropriate product is selected and proposed to maximise sales in support of the agreed marketing, sales, and in-store visual merchandising plan
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