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Buyer - Men's Apparel

JD Group, Bury

Buyer - Men's Apparel

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JD Group, Bury

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 6 Jun | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: c3dcb25542434c84b4446213134e86d9

Location ref: Bury

Full Job Description

  • Representing the Buying function on relevant fascia and category (tbc)
  • Attending all appointments, with involvement in selection and editing of product
  • Attending all product launches throughout the year as specified
  • Attending all relevant trade shows
  • Analysis and review of previous weeks sales with the merchandising department to propose and drive actions for the week ahead
  • Negotiation with selected brands re trading terms and conditions.
  • Being constantly aware of new brands and opportunities to diversify and drive department/category sales
  • Budget negotiation and planning within internal teams and external brands
  • Negotiation with brands re distribution agreements
  • Working independently in a creative and trend led environment
  • Managing budgets and OTB on in seasons and forward budgets
  • Present ranges for sign off with Senior Buyers, Buying Director and Merchandising Director.
  • Preparation and presentation of performance in trade meetings
  • Proposals to assist driving sales in your relevant department

    Extensive knowledge of our store base and website
  • Confidence within own decisions and product selection. Comfortable in driving decisions on file and being accountable for all actions.
  • Ability to act independantly
  • Extensive knowledge of product area and market
  • Ability to look forward and predict trends both current and future
  • Highly numerate and skilled within budget forecasting and planning
    • Skills/Experience/Knowledge needed:
  • Experience of buying Sports Fashion is advantageous
  • Experience of buying branded goods is essential
  • Strong understanding and knowledge of current and upcoming sports fashion trends at a high street and premium level price point.
  • Be able to exercise a high degree of analytical and numerical skills
  • Fully literate in Microsoft Office: PowerPoint, Word, Excel
  • Organisational skills are essential
  • Be able to work under own initiative
  • A creative and trend led individual

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/buyer-men-s-apparel-126944725
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