Assistant Buyer-Women Westernwear
Job Summary
This role involves contributing to the development of the divisional Buying and Merchandising strategy, working with the merchandising team, identifying future product offerings, planning pricing strategies, and developing and sourcing products.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work within the Buying and Merchandising strategy at all times
- Ensure deliveries satisfy assigned purchase orders
- Conduct research on customer needs and technological trends
- Develop pricing strategies with marketing and management
- Source products that meet customer requirements
- Maximize current sourcing channels and identify new opportunities
- Support negotiations and work with suppliers for best costs and margins
- Collaborate with designers on product development
- Manage stock, style options, quantities, promotions, and markdowns
- Monitor competitors' activities through market research
- Develop promotional plans and product presentations
Qualifications:
Graduate or diploma in design or apparel merchandising from a recognized institution.
