Accessories Buyer

Overview

The Company:
An established and exciting fashion brand which has seen explosive growth is currently recruiting for an experienced Accessories Buyer. They have a well-recognised presence on social media platforms. This is a pivotal role to the business and an exciting opportunity to join a business on its path to success. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role for a fashion ecommerce business.

• Responsible for department strategy, range planning, reporting, and the critical path.
• Negotiate cost prices across China, India, Pakistan, Turkey, Morocco and the UK.
• Buying a multi-product range of Ladieswear including Accessories & Footwear.
• Ensure the range is reflective of the business strategy and brand.
• Work closely with the business owners on a daily basis.
• Help interpret reports and predict future sales.
• Use the WSSI to make informed and strategic decisions.
• Negotiate the best possible cost prices at all times.
• Develop new strategies for the business and department.
• Identify key opportunities in the business.
• Analyse market trends with good seasonal awareness.
• Monitor best & worst sellers and make recommendations on markdowns.
• Work with markdown strategies to maximize profitability.
• Assist with planning in promotional and trading activities.
• Sourcing new factories and suppliers in line with the brand quality, design, and ethical requirements.
• Communicate key information in trading meetings to buyer and director level.
• Other duties as required.

• Must have 5 years buying experience - ideally for Accessories products.
• A relevant degree in Fashion or similar.
• Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Excel.
• Strong strategic and range planning skills.
• Sourcing experience is essential.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Previous experience managing your own range, OTB, and budgets.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel).
• Excellent communication skills.
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