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