Senior Footwear Buyer

4 days ago

East London, South Africa Jobted ZA C2 Full time

Requirements:

- Discount Retailer / Buyer experience would be extremely beneficial / advantageous.
- Senior role individual must be able to run the department independently.
- Dynamic, forward-thinking individual who is aware of current and upcoming trends, but with budgets and costs in mind.
- Minimum 10+ years experience in a Footwear Buying Role.
- Matric Required.
- Relevant degree/ diploma (Fashion / Textile / Production / Procurement)- advantageous.
- Strong numeracy, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced Excel Skills.
- Always on top of the latest buying trends and tricks.
- Flexibility and the ability to adapt to the departmental needs.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Valid code 8 drivers license endorsed.

Responsibilities and expectations but not limited to:

- To take charge and procure Footwear products within specified parameters whilst adhering to OTB (Open to Buy) / Purchasing.
- Budgets, GP, and Markdowns within the business.
- To manage product processes from conception to delivery of order.
- To support the needs of the Footwear Department and functions within the business whilst inspiring innovation and future trends.
- To be proficient across all roles related to the buying department whilst reporting on key areas relating to the business performance.
- To highlight key areas that aid efficient decision-making within the business.

Product Analysis:

- Analyse product review and analysis of previous seasons.
- Report on supplier SWOT.
- Analyse competitor product and pricing.
- Interpret global trends in the context of the companys target markets.
- Collate product feedback by maintaining close communication with stores.
- In-depth data analysis of the footwear department as a whole.
- Reporting on key areas within the footwear department.
- Monitoring workflow and assisting where necessary.

Assortment Planning and Product Procurement:

- Place orders to released OTB within agreed criteria/targets and policy.
- Ensure OTB fulfilment (category and seasonal).
- Track all order statuses within the Footwear Department.
- Monitor the data integrity of orders captured.
- Ensure relevant product for promotional activities.
- Management of the supply chain from placement of order to delivery, including quality approval.

Current Trade:

- Weekly analysis of trade against sales plan and adjust forward orders accordingly.
- Review of best and worst sellers by category and adjust forward orders accordingly.
- Determine promotional and markdown pricing.
- Manage outstanding orders and order amendments.

Housekeeping:

- Maintain cleanliness in office.

If you do not hear from us within two weeks of applying, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

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