Job Description
The Buyer will be responsible for product development/selection, vendor negotiations, department/category strategies, fashion trend/forecasting and key decisions to drive the business in the Merchandising Department. Along with managing all communication of responsible categories with vendors and internal partners.
Coordinates requirements, specifications, timing, and distribution for merchandise selection
Develop strategies and criteria for negotiations
Evaluate competitive offerings to determine the overall best offer for a product/service
Resolve quality problems with suppliers and user departments
Lead and participate in cross-functional team meetings
Manage and develop Assistant and/or Associate Buyers
Develop/manage/evaluate relationships with other internal departments
Build the Brands in all activities; inclusive of quality and timely execution
Be customer centric, build the assortment focused around the customers point of view maintaining value and quality
Maintain and update open-to-buy daily, weekly and monthly.
Develop and present department/category strategies and assortments to Sr Buyer and Director/VP for alignment and sign off
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business or related field
Five+ years' experience as Buyer
Prior managerial/supervisor experience
Prior retail experience preferred
High degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications
Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, and presentation skills
Ability to operate independently while establishing strong working relationships with co-workers and cross-functional teams
Ability to work with and influence senior management
Strong, professional and effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to foster a positive and motivating work environment, encouraging feedback and innovation
Self-motivated with critical attention to detail and deadlines
Ability to adapt well to change in direction and priority in a fast- paced and deadline-oriented environment
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