Senior Footwear Buyer

SUMMARY:
Our client in the Retail Industry based in East London is currently looking to employ a Senior Footwear Buyer.

POSITION INFO:
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.

• 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.

• 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 company’s 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Maintain cleanliness in office.