TOPSHOPTOPMAN - Buyer

What youll be doing  

• Develop a cohesive range for the department ensuring that product reflects the Brand strategy the range is without gaps or duplication and that the season is logically and commercially thought through
• Working with Design to shape the product direction for the department ensuring that it is aligned to the brand and divisional strategy
• Delivering department KPIs to drive margin and profit identifying and addressing any risks in partnership with Merchandising
• Anticipating the needs of the 20something customer using sales and trend data to deliver commercial product ranges that account for global factors
• Trading effectively by identifying gaps in ranges and potentialising opportunities that will have the biggest impact on dept performance whilst effectively managing risk
• Maintaining indepth knowledge of planning and trading documents using them to shape category analysis and evolution of the buy
• Driving cost saving initiatives or ideas to become more cost efficient
• Effectively range building taking into account Options ALB strategy and global requirements with the flexibility to pivot in season to potentialize or derisk
• Working closely with Merchandising to build cohesive lessons learnt and ensuring buying is within OTB influencing trend and performance 
• Building and leveraging relationships with a network of appropriate internal teams and external suppliers 
• Keeping up to date with global trends and competitor activity reviewing product strategy considering competitor activity and initiatives
• Maintaining a clear understanding of brand purpose and Fashion with Integrity and ensuring these principles are fully embedded within the team.  Looking for opportunities to use sustainable materials wherever possible
• Working closely with Marketing to identify promotional and marketing opportunities for brand and ensure clear and consistent brand messaging
• Setting up a trialling calendar engaging with key stakeholders to build program frameworks
• Working closely with Sourcing to develop a sound supply base striving for consistent best practice partnerships and highlighting any pinch points or saturation
• Actively contributing to crossfunctional initiatives and projects welcoming and championing change  
• Leading and building a strong team of ABs and BAs with a focus on growing future talent
• Providing clear direction and development to the team identifying individual training needs and encouraging collaborative ways of working 
• Motivating and engaging the team through recognition and regular feedback 

Qualifications :

Wed love to meet someone who

• If you are interested in permanent & fixed term 
• Has significant experience operating as a Junior Buyer/Buyer within a fastpaced and rapidly changing global Retailer
• Has proven ability to drive the success of a department through creative and commercial thinking 
• Has a creative eye with a strong awareness of current trends Retail market conditions and competitor activity 
• Has highly developed negotiation and influencing skills
• Can gain buy in from the team and management to potentialize opportunities 
• Demonstrates a commercial mindset using data and insights to leverage opportunities that successfully contribute to the department and wider Retail strategy 
• Has indepth knowledge of planning and trading documents with the ability to challenge figures and plans where necessary
• Uses relevant market insights to aid decision making and achieve the best outcome for the business 
• Shows strong awareness of current trends Retail market conditions and opportunities within a Global context including global competitors product offer pricing strategy and trading activity.    
• Builds great relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers
• Demonstrates an effective and inclusive leadership style role modelling positive behaviours and providing the team with clear direction and development 
• Has strong prioritisation and systems skills including relevant Trading systems and MS Office 

Additional Information :

BeneFITS

• Employee discount (hello ASOS discount!
• ASOS Develops (personal development opportunities across the business)
• Employee sample sales
• Access to a huge range of LinkedIn learning materials
• 25 days paid annual leave an extra celebration day for a special moment
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private medical care scheme
• Flexible benefits allowance which you can choose to take as extra cash or use towards other benefits

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime