Junior Buyer @Theoutnet - Fixed Term Contract
YNAP GROUP
Job Description
Junior Buyer Location: Our offices in Westfield, London (Shepherd’s Bush) Reporting into: Senior Buyer Working model: Hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day WFH) Benefits Performance bonus schemes dependant on the type of role you are in A pension that both you and the company contribute too A portal with an array of discounts on things like theme park and cinema tickets Our famous staff discount along with exclusive staff sales Private healthcare for you and your family Flexible working A chance to be part of a fun and caring team that support each other Responsibilities Be responsible for the buy budget and buy strategy for a selected group of designers Oversee and manage negotiation of terms and conditions with assigned designers Achieve margin and sell thru targets Negotiate deliveries to ensure consistent and early flow of goods/merchandise to maximise sales and meet plan Input into range planning and trend forecasting with direction from Head of Buying, Buying Manager & Senior Buyer Maintain and develop best position with vendors Ensure right mix of product and maintain awareness of competitors positioning Work with Merchandising and other Buyers to ensure consistent buy message Be an ambassador for the The Outnet business; forming strong relationships with established and emerging brands at show time and year round. Communicate buys/strategies internally to all relevant teams, including marketing and editorial Qualifications Experience gained as a Junior Buyer or experienced Assistant Buyer within a multi-brand retailing environment, preferably within the luxury ready to wear category Proven commercial experience of trading in a fast paced and reactive environment. Proven track record of creating positive impact on business through buying strategy.
Using strong knowledge of luxury RTW and Accessory market to source and recommend appropriate new brands Proven track record of networking and negotiation skills. Good judgement and decision making skills Confidence in suggesting calculated risks Strong analytical and IT skills Extremely well‑organised, methodical and efficient with the ability to self‑motivate and drive initiative Our values; we lead with joy, are responsive and resourceful, drive connections and community, show consideration with each other LuxExperience is an equal opportunities employer, we encourage people with a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. We recognize and celebrate the benefits that diversity brings to our workplace, our business and our customers.
We welcome and will consider all applications regardless of race, nationality, religion, color, sex, pregnancy or related medical conditions, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. If you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please do not hesitate to advise us accordingly. #J-18808-Ljbffr