Senior Buyer

Ref: AS3542462

PO9, UK

£45,000

• Permanent
• Strategic Buyer
• Relationship Management
• Data-Driven

About the candidate

The candidate is a highly experienced professional in the fashion retail sector, particularly in menswear buying. With over eight years of industry experience, they have a proven ability to develop profitable product ranges that resonate well with market demands and uphold the brand's identity. Their strategic acumen and superb negotiation skills are complemented by a dynamic capability to form and sustain supplier relationships, which enhances product quality and market reach.

Passionately following market trends, the candidate employs a data-driven approach to optimize product selections and drive business decisions. This meticulous analysis ensures that every category they manage not only meets but often surpasses financial targets. This buyer is an invaluable team player whose innovative strategies and collaborative efforts invariably lead to successful outcomes.

What makes them great?

• Superior Financial Performance: Played a pivotal role in leading the menswear category to exceed financial targets by 15% through effective range development and team collaboration.
• Market Share Expansion: Successfully launched a new menswear line that boosted market share by 10% within the first year through strategic promotions and partnerships.
• Category Management: Supported up to 50 new product launches per year, ensuring seamless coordination and adherence to strict quality and budgetary standards.

Areas of expertise

• Strategic Product Range Development: Expert in curating menswear collections that exceed financial targets and align with brand identity.
• Supplier Negotiation and Relationship Management: Skilled at forging and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to ensure favourable terms and enhance product offerings.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilizes comprehensive market data to drive category performance and optimise product assortment.