Job Summary:

• Communicate effectively and coordinate needs with Planner, Allocations, Buyer’s Assistant, Design, QC and Supervisor.
• Partner with the Design Team to lead the creation of specification and detail packages for private label programs
• Supervise approval of product prior to production
• Vendor development and correspondence, regarding product development, order placement, delivery follow up, initiation of new orders, PO revisions and cancellations, shipping, packing, pre-ticketing
• Market Visits and Research, Competition Reports
• Store visits to audit product assortment, allocation, visual set up
• Proactive communication of new ideas, proposals, concepts etc.
• Initiate and maintain PO/price changes, write worksheets, purchase authorizations, revise purchase orders.
• Participate in sales, product and merchandise meetings.
• Coordinate photo shoot samples.
• Communicate and act as a liaison with all areas of the company as it applies to the purchase, delivery, receipt, ticketing, processing, pricing, and quality of merchandise.

Skills on Resume:

• Communication (Soft Skills)
• Collaboration (Soft Skills)
• Vendor Management (Soft Skills)
• Market Research (Hard Skills)
• Retail Auditing (Hard Skills)
• Quality Control (Hard Skills)
• Organization (Hard Skills)
• Problem Solving (Soft Skills)

Job Summary:

• Create and analyze buying reports
• Stay abreast of fashion trends, market climate, competition, promotional and test strategies (and assess the results and effect of each.)
• Plan product assortment, focusing on cost, price points, key items, vendor, promotions, for areas of responsibility in concert with supervisor.
• Negotiate with vendors to develop merchandise with the best possible price/value relationship in the marketplace
• Possess knowledge of fabric, cut/make/trim of a garment, and the best country to source that garment.
• Analyze performance and plans constantly to look for sales and margin opportunities that can exceed plan
• Adapt quickly to changes/trends occurring in the business and in the marketplace.
• Partner with Visual team to help create ongoing effective store merchandise floor plans and promotions.
• Establish critical skills of people management and people development.
• Analyze business reports, OTB, Buying Plans, Assortment Plans, Open Order, Velocity, and Class Sales Ranking Reports.
• Access all buying functions in AS400

Skills on Resume:

• Buying and Analytical Skills (Hard Skills)
• Market Intelligence (Hard Skills)
• Assortment Planning (Hard Skills)
• Vendor Negotiation (Hard Skills)
• Sales and Margin Optimization (Hard Skills)
• Adaptability (Soft Skills)
• Visual Merchandising Collaboration (Soft Skills)
• People Management and Development (Soft Skills)

Job Summary:

• Identify and purchase new and replenishment styles across multiple categories under the direction of a Buyer and/or the Head of Merchandising.
• Source, develop and select assortment to build a range that is commercially strong, regionally specific, and relevant to our customer.
• Complete required administrative tasks related to buying (writing purchase orders, new item set-up, pricing worksheets, etc.).
• Identify and analyse new trends/styles and their relevance to the Petal and Pup customer.
• Manage OTB within defined categories with help from a buyer and/or the Head of Merchandising.
• Manage new stock balance within own categories according to set parameters.
• Monitor, analyse, and report sales and relevant buying data.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Analyse and report on competitors (online and in-store, domestic and international) for stock, pricing, styling and overall range.
• Ongoing review of relevant Social media channels, Influencers, Runway, and Global Market Leaders.
• Assess product range for gaps and opportunities.

Skills on Resume:

• Administrative Skills (Hard Skills)
• Trend Analysis (Hard Skills)
• Stock Management (Hard Skills)
• Data Analysis (Hard Skills)
• Supplier Relationship Management (Soft Skills)
• Competitor Analysis (Hard Skills)
• Market Research (Hard Skills)
• Gap Analysis (Hard Skills)

Job Summary:

• Ensures that a market-sensitive, cost-effective and quality conscious collection
• Formulating style briefing & buying strategy and product mix for each season
• Responsible for Supplier picking, development, negotiation and analysis
• Responsible for product mix and price architecture of product category
• Planning and analysis of figures - reacting to best sellers and slow movers
• Continuous assessment of competitive landscape
• Determine correct garment specification, quality, styling and fitting and approval of sample
• Work with 3D designer & technician team 
• Research and development of apparel products from conception to retail to meet the needs of accounts and consumers
• Management of timelines regarding apparel product development
• University graduate in Fashion design or garment technician
• Experience in fashion buying
• With a strong fashion sense and passion in fashion
• With solid working experience in fashion retail chains globally
• With product manager or project leader experience

Skills on Resume:

• Market Sensitivity (Soft Skills)
• Strategic Planning (Hard Skills)
• Supplier Management (Hard Skills)
• Product Mix and Pricing (Hard Skills)
• Analytical Skills (Hard Skills)
• Competitive Landscape Assessment (Hard Skills)
• Garment Specification and Quality Control (Hard Skills)
• Collaboration and Project Management (Hard Skills)

Job Summary:

• Drive the overall strategic business vision for the apparel category.
• Ability to manage product selection to optimize sales and the customer experience.
• Utilize effective negotiation skills, have experience as a Sr. Buyer at a fashion retailer. 
• Manages the financials and OTB while partnering with planning and allocation teams
• Recommend actions that drive sales and maximize gross margin by ensuring best receipt flow for product categories.
• Responsible for leveraging data and market trends to create and execute buying strategies that effectively drive profitable sales.
• Responsible for continuously identifying new opportunities, pursuing new vendors, and sourcing new markets.
• Analyze business performance and identify opportunities within the business.
• Collaborates with all departments in the company, work closely with vendors building strong partnerships.
• Be responsible for developing and executing every day and seasonal merchandising strategies for key categories, 
• Finding and building relationships with new vendors, negotiating product costs and terms, and identifying and recommending new products and trends
• Managing a small team of Associate Buyers, Assistant Buyers and Merchandise Coordinators.
• Own and drive every aspect of the apparel business and will be measured against assortment, sales, margin, and inventory goals. 
• Report to the Head of Merchandising and partner closely with our inventory planning, visual merchandising and creative teams to create a world-class product assortment and shopping experience.
• Be able to balance the creative and analytical aspects of a fashion buyer role and be comfortable negotiating with large and small vendors.

Skills on Resume:

• Strategic Vision (Hard Skills)
• Product Management (Hard Skills)
• Negotiation Expertise (Hard Skills)
• Financial Acumen (Hard Skills)
• Sales and Margin Optimization (Hard Skills)
• Data-Driven Decision Making (Hard Skills)
• Vendor Management and Sourcing (Hard Skills)
• Collaboration and Leadership (Soft Skills)

Job Summary:

• Work with fast fashion and ensure that we are working effectively and structured toward short lead times
• Set and deliver on performance targets
• Price negotiations, product development, order entry, and budget planning
• Work closely with the production team and determine what styles and quantities of orders to place
• Curating the store based on trending styles and designers.
• Pricing clothing purchased from customers, giving them the best possible price, while keeping sales merchandise affordable.
• Maintaining knowledge of current fashion trends and price points.
• Communicating store inventory needs to customers.
• Assisting with visual displays that appeal to different styles.
• Providing stellar customer service, including POS transactions.

Skills on Resume: 

• Fast Fashion Management (Hard Skills)
• Price Negotiation (Hard Skills)
• Product Development (Hard Skills)
• Budget Planning (Hard Skills)
• Inventory Management (Hard Skills)
• Trend Awareness (Soft Skills)
• Visual Merchandising (Soft Skills)
• Customer Service (Soft Skills)

Job Summary:

• Catalog Buying from fashion apparel and accessories brands
• Knowledge of different buying models that can be altered in respect to the vendor one is dealing with
• Leading end-to-end Product lifecycle through Buying, Planning & Merchandising for an Online Business.
• Driving P&L, Inventory, Brand & Consumer experience through New Business Models & Tools
• Communicate with both internal and external stakeholders so proper public relations are a definite plus.
• Product planning, production and market analysis of new initiatives for the business
• Buy for the upcoming seasons in accordance with the buying plan & profitability target.
• Handling buyers and ensuring timely deliveries.
• Ensure smooth functioning of website, sales & customer satisfaction through regular check on all technical aspects, merchandise, visuals, replenishment, prompt response to online queries and timely fulfillment of orders.

Skills on Resume: 

• Catalog Buying (Hard Skills)
• Buying Models (Hard Skills)
• Product Lifecycle Management (Hard Skills)
• P&L Management (Hard Skills)
• Stakeholder Communication (Soft Skills)
• Market Analysis (Hard Skills)
• Seasonal Buying (Hard Skills)
• Website Management (Hard Skills)

Job Summary:

• Responsible for the cataloging, listings of products, and proactively resolving product catalog issues.
• Create Weekly & Monthly MIS Report.
• Responsible for launching new categories and multiple products, including creating, managing and optimizing the client's product listing.
• Coordinate with Marketplaces/ e-Commerce portals with catalogs and ensure individual and bulk listings.
• Monitoring the marketplaces on a daily basis to identify listing errors, price changes, Inventory updates, and dispute resolution.
• Manage a product monthly range plan by working with third-party brands on orders, deals, and launch
• Identify and understand International fashion and market trends, Pomelo historical trends, and customer insights to determine the right product mix and quantity
• Monitor and manage third-party product inventory
• Develop a merchandising strategy for Pomelo’s third-party products to meet sales and inventory targets
• Ensuring the store is clean and well organized.

Skills on Resume: 

• Product Cataloging (Hard Skills)
• MIS Reporting (Hard Skills)
• Product Launching (Hard Skills)
• Marketplace Coordination (Soft Skills)
• Listing Optimization (Hard Skills)
• Trend Analysis (Hard Skills)
• Inventory Management (Hard Skills)
• Merchandising Strategy (Hard Skills)

Job Summary:

• Buying of all ladies fashion including large brand names.
• Manage and oversee assistant buyers in the buying of jewellery, swimwear, lingerie and millinery.
• Grow brand portfolio, identify new trends and attract new customers through the doors.
• Help manage and mentor staff on departments, ensuring they have the tools and support needed to provide an excellent offering and excellent customer service.
• Merchandising with the help of in-house display team, merchandise shop floor and plan window displays.
• Stock level management, replenishment and coordinating sales in-line with the wider store calendar.
• Define and communicate short- and mid-term goals for departments to the board.
• Assist in push for omnichannel retail, finding synergies between in-store and online and ensuring cohesion between the two.
• Deliver cost savings and help streamline processes.

Skills on Resume: 

• Fashion Buying (Hard Skills)
• Team Management (Soft Skills)
• Brand Growth (Hard Skills)
• Trend Identification (Hard Skills)
• Merchandising (Hard Skills)
• Stock Management (Hard Skills)
• Goal Setting (Soft Skills)
• Omnichannel Strategy (Hard Skills)

Job Summary:

• Analyse and evaluate sales, net margin, stock turn and profit for area of responsibility to assess and highlight areas of positive performance
• Identify areas where improvement is required and implement appropriate action accordingly
• Compilation of range based on trend analysis and research
• Competitor shopping to understand market-related product
• Assessment of prototype samples, salesman sample (sms) and pre-production sample (pps) and fits samples together with QA
• Drive concerns towards a resolution
• Decide on a percentage to be penalized for supplier non-conformance
• Ensure that brand positioning, differentiation, market segmentation and pricing are in line with merchandise strategies
• Effective and thorough presentation of seasonal collections in reviews and laydowns
• Analyse range performance to determine popular styles that can be repeated or slow-moving styles that need to be discontinued
• Conduct a thorough analysis and evaluation of past season KPI's (sales, net margin, quality, delivery, profit, range performance), and use findings as a base for the development of future collections
• Exposure and keeping up to date with the latest trends through the use of internet, tradeshows, magazines and travel.

Skills on Resume: 

• Sales Analysis (Hard Skills)
• Trend Analysis (Hard Skills)
• Competitor Research (Hard Skills)
• Sample Assessment (Hard Skills)
• Supplier Management (Hard Skills)
• Brand Positioning (Hard Skills)
• Range Performance (Hard Skills)
• KPI Evaluation (Hard Skills)

Job Summary:

• Manage the production of suppliers.
• Negotiate with suppliers and Inventory management.
• Improve the purchasing system.
• Manage in-house manufacturing.
• Negotiate costs with suppliers
• Collaborates with sales and retail team to develop products in line with strategies
• Well and detailed compiled briefs and photos for suppliers.
• Collaborating with Marketing in the execution and design of Launch documents/lookbooks.
• Coordinate and prepare product for photoshoots (catalogues and campaigns)
• Seasonal catalogue checking and sign off
• Creation of seasonal mood boards and creative direction

Skills on Resume: 

• Supplier Management (Hard Skills)
• Negotiation (Hard Skills)
• Inventory Management (Hard Skills)
• Purchasing System (Hard Skills)
• Product Development (Hard Skills)
• Brief Compilation (Hard Skills)
• Marketing Collaboration (Soft Skills)
• Creative Direction (Soft Skills)