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Head of Buying

Ref: AS7289932

London, UK

£55,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Revenue Growth
  • Sustainable Fashion Leadership
  • Cross-functional Collaboration

About the candidate

The candidate, whose career spans over 10 years in fashion buying, has gained a wealth of experience, particularly within the apparel and textiles sector. Beginning their journey at a fast-paced fashion start-up, they quickly advanced through roles at established high street and large online fashion retailers, demonstrating a resilient and strategic approach to buying. Known for their sharp commercial acumen, they are adept at scaling brands and optimising product selections to maximize profitability and market reception.

Their professional ethos is deeply aligned with sustainable practices, echoing the growing demand for responsible consumerism in the industry. With an impressive track record of enhancing full-price sell-through and reducing return rates through meticulous margin and supply chain management, they bring a dynamic and forward-thinking mindset to their work.

What makes them great?

  • Revenue Improvement: Improved full-price sell-through by 30% at a leading online fashion retailer through strategic markdown management.
  • Cost Savings: Successfully reduced return rates by optimizing stock levels and intake margins in collaboration with merchandising teams.
  • Portfolio Expansion: Played a pivotal role in launching an eco-friendly collection, demonstrating leadership in sustainable fashion.

Areas of expertise

  • Pricing Strategy: Expertise in developing effective pricing strategies that enhance margins and profitability across various product categories.
  • Supplier Negotiations: Skilled in forging strong relationships with suppliers, leading to improved terms of engagement and product quality.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Proven ability to work cross-functionally with merchandising, supply chain, and marketing teams to align corporate strategy and operational goals.