Buying Specialist
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Buying Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our buying unit, you will be responsible for planning and managing assigned categories, ensuring timely delivery of products to stores.
This role requires a strong focus on segmentation, differentiation, and strategic insights. You will align category strategy with stakeholders, adhere to regional guidelines, and contribute to achieving Direct-to-Consumer objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct assortment analysis to identify seasonal risks and opportunities.
* Plan, purchase, and allocate products across stores to ensure availability and efficiency.
* Collaborate with stakeholders (Brand, Retail Operations, Supply Chain) to execute the strategy.
* Develop reports and provide actionable insights on campaigns, product activations, and category performance based on KPIs such as Sell-through, Rate of Sale, Weeks of Coverage, etc.
* Drive continuous improvement in product and assortment planning efficiency.
* Manage the full product lifecycle, ensuring effective clean-up during transitions and maintaining coverage of key articles.
Requirements:
* English: Intermediate to Advanced level required.
* Strong knowledge of Excel (data analysis, reports) and PowerPoint (presentations, strategy alignment).
* Analytical mindset, attention to detail, and strong communication skills.
Why this Role?
In this position, you will be part of a dynamic environment, with opportunities to innovate, grow, and directly impact business success.