Role: Buyer

Location: New York City (Central).

Role Summary:

We are recruiting for a talented Buyer to join our team based in New York, USA. The ideal candidate will be fashion obsessed with a keen sense of taste and excellent aesthetic judgement.

We are seeking someone who already possess good brand awareness. You’ll join with a solid awareness of our current positioning and be able support future visions.

Key Responsibilities

• Working in collaboration with the CEO, Production Managers, Buyers, Merchandisers and Designers you will be responsible for leading creative and balanced product ranges.
• Maintaining efficient flow of product in and out of the business, partnering with Operations and Marketing to ensure product is delivered on time and with maximum efficiency and impact
• Communicate financial results, forecasts, and action plans to the wider business
• Use the WSSI to make informed and strategic decisions
• Support the product development process whilst maintaining schedules and key deadlines
• React to changes in demand and logistics
• Ensure relevant trends and fashion are translated appropriately for our brand and customer
• Identified opportunities of growth within the product range
• Provide a high degree of input on product and competitor activity
• Conduct thorough market research and attend trade events to stay informed on industry trends and competitor pricing/demand.
• Complete supplier visits when required.
• Negotiate with existing suppliers and sourcing new suppliers when required. Working in collaboration with the other buyers to ensure effective management of a strong ethical supply chain
• Responsible to oversee all visual merchandising ensuring this is delivered in line with internal standards.

Requirements

• Degree in related subject
• An exceptional understanding of fashion demonstrating the ability to grow a business profitably
• At least 4 years experienced in a similar role
• Experience in visual merchandising, ideally both online and retail
• Strong product selection skills, combining data and knowledge/feel to select the right product for the right place
• Strong analytical mind set and ability, with proven experience in an analytical role
• To be able to problem solve & make decisive decisions
• Strong communicator with excellent verbal & written skills, as well as demonstrating excellent relationship management skill
• You have proven ability to build, lead and manage teams
• Ability to manage and prioritise multiple deliverables with hard deadlines
• Entrepreneurial spirit, thriving in a fast-paced, high growth environment

Salary

Competitive