Über diese Buyer Clothing Stelle bei Pick n Pay
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
Pick n Pay Clothing is looking for a passionate, energetic individual to join our dynamic team! If you’re detail-oriented, highly organized, and ready to deliver amazing results in girls' wear, we want you! This is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark in a fast-paced, creative environment.Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree |Relevant Diploma i.e. Design, Clothing Management Retail Management.
Min of 3 Years Retail Buying experience (Clothing)
Must be computer literate - Microsoft suite
SAP knowledge
Competencies
A deep understanding of retail and brand ethos
Demonstrated taste level, flair and ability to interpret trends
Able to construct a balanced and profitable range
Strategic and proactive approach to problem solving
Business acumen
Strong and effective negotiation skills
Decision-making skills
Numerical, analytical and interpretive ability
Assertive and able to communicate effectively
High attention to detail
Innovation
Creative Flair
Align with Pick N Pay values
Merchant mindset
Commercial and financial acumen
Networking and relationship-building skills
Self-motivated and own development-driven mindset
Key Responsibilities
Conduct post season analysis as input into operating plan
Develop product mix plan at department level taking into account, customer needs, trend direction, competitive analysis, growth/exit of product categories, determining product objectives
Identify range structure, pier tiering and key price points
Conduct weekly and monthly performance analysis and develop detailed action plan to ensure departmental KPIs are met and exceeded
Identify opportunities within the season to maximise profit and grow market share
Manage Open to Buy (OTB) effectively to maximise sales and minimise markdown
Ensure all confirmed styles are loaded into SAP timeously
Manage critical path to deliver on time launches
Achieve/exceed margin through effective supplier negotiations and conduct open book costing and comparative costing (determine styles appropriate for cross costing, submit product specifications to selected suppliers, receive and evaluate quotes)
Review range to ensure that departmental strategy and KPI’s have been achieved
Execute packaging and in store signage needs in line with marketing/brand and promotional strategy
Conduct regular store and competitor visits to understand product performance, assortment balance and customer experience of the range and adjust where appropriate
Ensure departmental expenses are managed within the approved budgets
Reduce waste and increase sustainability strategies in product ranges
Develop a product proposition that is affordable but has a high emphasis on high quality fabrics and fits
Increase value of the department by working as a team and delivering the strategic intent of the brand proposition into tangible product strategies
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
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