Senior Buyer

Job Description:

Procure and range build appropriate ranges aligned to the strategy with special attention to quick response and trading opportunities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain good relationships with staff, suppliers (both nationally & internationally) and key functions in the business.
• Work closely with the planner, through analysis of previous sales patterns, market trends and brand initiatives.
• Think in terms of the “big picture” as well as consider specifics and detail.
• Formulate departmental strategies to maximize sales and then timeously source and secure stock to implement strategies.
• Negotiate effectively.

Job Requirements:

• Experience as a Buyer (5+ years essential)
• Have a high degree of organisation and prioritization skills
• Excellent planning, organising and interpersonal skills
• Have a strong business acumen and merchant thinking
• Have experience as a Men’s or Women’s or Kids branded apparel (3+ years advantageous)