At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the buying team in creating an exciting product assortment for the EMEA region.
- Company: Join a dynamic fashion brand committed to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, collaborative environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Exciting career path with exposure to multiple categories and channels.
- Why this job: Be part of a creative team that shapes the future of fashion.
- Qualifications: Strong Excel skills, analytical mindset, and a passion for teamwork.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Supporting our LAUREN Wholesale Buying & Planning Team with operations to establish the optimum commercial cross channel assortment for the EMEA region, whilst maximizing the financial plan and respecting the category/brand objectives and direction.
Direct accountabilities:
- Assort, price and forecast the line
- Maintain the line in the IT system
- Order & track samples orders
- Track business performance weekly
- Benchmark decisions against competition & broader market landscape
- Prepare & present the assortment at line opening meeting
Shared accountabilities:
- Define seasonal assortment needs upfront & share with Global Merchandising teams
- Contribute to brand elevation both on qualitative and quantitative point of view
- Develop seasonal product assortment strategies that align with planning sales targets, SKU counts, productivity and product trends
- Participate/initiate business development projects
Experience, Skills & Knowledge:
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Strong analytical skills and retail math comprehension
- Effective cross-functional communication and presentation skills
- Decision making capability clearly driven by conceptualizing future opportunities and developing strategic product and business initiatives
- Creative, assertive and solution-oriented when faced with business performance and/or challenging directives from the Buyer and Planner
- Prioritize and direct multiple activities
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Experienced 4 Seasonal Buying cycles
- Fluent in English, additional languages are a plus
- Passion for Diversity & Inclusion values
- Excitement about team work
- Multi-category and multi-channel experience
- Work independently of the Buyer
- Effective team building skills, including the ability to motivate, negotiate and influence effectively across departments and divisions
- Consistently make confident and independent recommendations and accountability for achieving business goals
- Establish, nurture and utilize internal and external partners to drive the business
- Encourage a culture and an environment that fosters respect for the ideas of others and supports ongoing collaboration to execute business strategy
England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Associate buyer employer: FashionUnited Group
As an Associate Buyer with our LAUREN Wholesale Buying & Planning Team, you will thrive in a dynamic and inclusive work environment that champions creativity and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through ongoing training opportunities and a culture that values diverse perspectives, ensuring you can make impactful contributions while advancing your career. Located in the vibrant heart of England, we offer a unique chance to engage with a global market, all while enjoying a supportive team atmosphere that prioritises respect and innovation.
