Buyer

The Role: · Develops the right product at the right time to meet customer requirements · Negotiates the best cost price to achieve departmental margin targets and reacts to market conditions to maximise profit · 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 Design team to develop product · Provides clear development specifications to supplier base · Understands product trends and interprets them where relevant into product area · Revises current sales with Merchandising team, reacting appropriately to maximize sales opportunities · Predicts emerging trends to increase market share · Monitors competitor actions · Visits supplier on buying trips to source new lines · Lead and develop junior members of the team

The Candidate: · Extensive Buying experience within a fast paced fashion retailer · 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 Fashion related degree or business degree