• Responsible for various computer applications, such as database management, report generation, or word processing.
• Creates, maintains, and enters information into the department software.
• Manages multiple projects at once by prioritizing, setting deadlines, and coordinating the flow of information internally and/or externally.
• Provides training to new staff and contributes to a committee or teamwork.
• Maintains leader’s calendar by arranging and coordinating meetings/appointments.
• Performs routine administrative and clerical duties such as answering phones, preparing documents, maintaining files and processing paperwork.
• Provides recommendations for changes or improvements on operating or training procedures and seeks further training on areas if needed.
• Processes replies, research, and/or draft reports to handle all inquiries within capacity in a timely manner.
• Collaborates with team members and communicates relevant information to direct leader.
• Upholds the security and confidentiality of documents and data within area of responsibility.
• Prepares written materials to meet purpose and audience.
• Understand, recognize and effectively manage challenges by proactively working to decrease impact and frequency of occurring.
• Maintains a positive attitude and contributes to a positive working environment.

Skills: Project Management, Database and Software Management, Administrative and Clerical Expertise, Communication and Team Collaboration, Training and Development, Calendar Management and Scheduling, Problem-Solving and Improvement Initiatives, Document and Data Security

• Assist the Buyers in all administrative tasks, ensuring the timely, cost-effective and quality delivery of products
• Assist with the preparation of range reviews for the designated product area under the direction of the Buyer/ Assistant Buyer
• Develop product knowledge and understanding of the designated product area
• Complete accurate SKU Costing, creation and maintenance
• Manage & maintain critical path of product- ensuring orders raised, approval/shipment samples checked & approved, shipments confirmed
• Manage and maintain all samples and Sample Room
• Integrate all support functions in the delivery of performance targets for the designated product area by ensuring timely communication with relevant stakeholders
• Attend to quality control issues by communicating with all relevant stakeholders
• Update online & store resources, including the website, with the most current product information
• Attend to general office duties such as reporting
• Restructure the vendor base to define the right mix of vendors and right locations to obtain the most competitive commercial offering with the minimum level of risk

Skills: Administrative Support, Range Review Assistance, Product Knowledge Development, SKU Costing and Data Management, Critical Path Management, Sample Management, Stakeholder Communication, Digital & Operational Efficiency

• Communicating creative input and innovation for product development
• Undertake regular trend research
• Analyzing weekly sales with the team and putting forward recommendations
• Attend and be involved in fit sessions with the buyer
• Ensuring store quality issues are acted on promptly
• Daily communication with suppliers
• Coordinating with Marketing and Merchandising departments regarding product deliveries, retail price and provision of samples
• Understanding the end to end supply chain and identify opportunities to reduce cost from the entire value chain.
• Engage with key internal stakeholders to ensure delivery focusing on Product Lead, Sourcing offices, QA Teams and supply chain.
• Support Category Sourcing Strategies that support the product needs and deliver business objectives
• Analyse product components and manufacturing processes to provide the lowest total acquisition cost
• Define with sourcing offices where the right suppliers are in order to be able to guarantee the right quality and quantities for the Group

Skills: Trend Analysis and Market Research, Sales Data Analysis and Strategy Recommendations, Cross-functional Collaboration, Supplier Relationship Management, Quality Assurance and Fit Session Participation, Supply Chain Optimization, Strategic Sourcing and Cost Management, Stakeholder Engagement

• Keycode registration and maintenance
• Follow up on sample status, deliveries, and queries.
• Follow up on product development
• Sample sign-off and DSS approvals
• Follow-up merchandise samples requested from the supplier
• Follow up quality control samples with suppliers
• Maintain order of samples and kept area tidy and hazard-free
• Co-ordinate samples to marketing and online
• Follow up final samples for packaging and coordinate samples to the studio, including online products
• Enter relevant information into the System

Skills: Keycode Registration and Maintenance, Sample Management, Product Development Support, Approval Processes, Supplier Communication, Quality Control, Inventory Management, Coordination and Collaboration, Data Entry and System Management

• Advertising samples to Marketing and Online as per timelines
• Review d-marketer campaign pages and annotate changes
• Merch check of marketing pages and other advertising material, including online
• Maintain and keep an updated document that identifies the features and benefits of all products within the department.
• Responding to customer service inquiries from various sources
• Completing legal checks of new products
• Actioning all claims, rebates, store communications, and withdrawals in a timely manner
• Completing ACCC responses
• Complete weekly reports for the department where applicable
• Complete advert results for each campaign

Skills: Project Management, Attention to Detail, Merchandising, Product Knowledge, Customer Service, Legal Compliance, Administrative Efficiency, Regulatory Compliance

• Proficient in both Windows and MS Excel
• Attentive to details, good numerical sense and organizational skills
• Self-driven, energetic, well-organized and able to play as a good team player
• Fast learner with a positive working attitude
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• SAP experience is an added advantage
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of and an interest in retail.
• Excellent commercial understanding and communication skills are a priority.
• Will be committed and confident with strong administrative, organizational and prioritization skills.
• Will be comfortable working both individually and with a team.
• Will have proficient written, numerical/analytical and PC skills.
• Confident with Microsoft Excel and capable of working with formulas and graphs.

Qualifications: BA in Marketing with 3 years of Experience

• Some experience within a Buying team would be preferred
• Passion for retail and bags/accessories
• Strong organization skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Competent with the use of computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel
• Competent numerical skills
• Able to determine own priorities
• Self-motivated/ can determine own workload
• Meets deadlines and able to manage own time
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Willingness to do over and above own workload to help others

Qualifications: BA in Business Administration with 2 years of Experience

• Interest in Buying as a function with keen desire to develop a career in this area.
• Highly administrative, professional and organised.
• Excellent at multi-tasking, effective time management skills and
• Ability to manage/prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Works well under pressure.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office – Excel is the key.
• Excellent communication skills to all levels of the business.
• Sage experience is beneficial, but not essential.
• Graduate preferred; first or second role.

Qualifications: BA in Fashion Merchandising with 1 year of Experience

• Deep understanding of the assigned category (brands, supplier’s…etc.).
• Proven track record of success in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
• Proven track record of taking ownership and driving results.
• Strong organizational skills including prioritizing, scheduling, and time management
• Strong analytical acumen, and experience generating and managing reporting and analysis.
• OTB management experience and excellent analytical skills
• Proven English skills - both verbal and written. 
• Arabic would be an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills inside and outside the organization.
• Proactive and positive attitude, detail-oriented, and a team player.
• Flexible, detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working with multiple teams and management

Qualifications: BA in Supply Chain Management with 3 years of Experience

• Have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Have previous buying experience in a fast-paced fashion retailer as a Senior BAA and/or experienced BAA role
• Have a strong eye for emerging trends
• Have a passion for the RIXO product and its community 
• Have the ability to learn new systems
• Have exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Have a self-starter approach, be able to get stuck in and easily integrate with the rest of the RIXO family
• Have strong time management and organizational skills
• Have buying department experience
• Have excellent Microsoft Excel skills

Qualifications: BS in Retail Management with 4 years of Experience