Manager Buying and Merchandising

About the Role:

Buying & Merchandising Manager

This role is pivotal in curating collections that align with brand aesthetics while optimizing stock levels and sales performance across all channels.

Key Responsibilities:

Buying Strategy & Product Selection:

• Develop and execute the seasonal buying strategy in line with brand identity, customer preferences, and market trends.
• Identify emerging trends in luxury footwear and handbags to curate a compelling and competitive product assortment.
• Collaborate with designers, vendors, and suppliers to ensure the best quality and exclusivity in the collection.

Merchandising & Inventory Planning:

• Analyze sales data and customer insights to determine optimal product mix and stock levels.
• Plan seasonal merchandise assortments, ensuring a balance between bestsellers and new collections.
• Work closely with all channel teams to ensure appropriate stock allocation across all sales channels.

Sales & Performance Analysis:

• Monitor product performance, sell-through rates, and profitability to refine future buying decisions.
• Develop pricing strategies based on market positioning and competitor analysis.
• Work with the marketing team to plan product launches, promotions, and campaign alignments.

Trend & Market Research:

• Stay ahead of global luxury fashion trends, competitor activities, and consumer preferences.
• Attend Buy weeks to source innovative and exclusive designs.

Team Collaboration & Leadership:

• Work closely with retail store managers, visual merchandising teams, and digital marketing teams to ensure product visibility and appeal.
• Lead and mentor a team of buyers and merchandisers to optimize the buying process.

Qualifications & Skills:

Education:

Experience:

• 6+ years of experience in luxury fashion retail, specifically in buying and merchandising for footwear and accessories.
• Proven track record of selecting high-performing luxury products and managing vendor relationships.

Skills:

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in sales forecasting and inventory management.
• Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Deep understanding of luxury market dynamics, consumer behaviour, and global fashion trends.
• Proficiency in merchandising tools, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.

Personal Attributes:

• Passion for

  luxury fashion, footwear, and accessories

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• Detail-oriented with a strong aesthetic sense and trend awareness.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.