Responsible for buying the children\'s accessories & licensed Accessories (BTS & stationary)range. And Jewelry fashion Accessories Buyer
The key aspects of the role are:
\xef\xbb\xbf\xef\xbb\xbfResponsible for developing and buying a range of merchandise that achieves the profit margin and is consistent with buying strategy for 130 stores across GGC countries
\xef\xbb\xbf\xef\xbb\xbfSourcing and developing products from an effective supply base.
Manage an international supply base with different separate suppliers (CIF & FOB). Experience in purchasing a mixture of factored and CMT items as well as licensed products.
\xef\xbb\xbfEnsure sections deliver successful sales, stock turn, and contribution to budgets whilst managing and motivating the team to react according to our current trading environment.
\xef\xbb\xbfNegotiating prices, delivery and payment terms.
\xef\xbb\xbfPreparing seasonal budgets and sales forecasts.
\xef\xbb\xbfBuilding planograms and communicating same to stores.
\xef\xbb\xbfManaging margin and open to buy.
\xef\xbb\xbfTraveling to the far east/various cities for shopping trips/trade shows/ supplier meetings/development.
\xef\xbb\xbfWorking closely with the marketing dept. in relation to in-store events/key projects and reporting to shareholders of same.
\xef\xbb\xbfResearching and evaluating all product/market trends.
\xef\xbb\xbfConduct competitive analysis of other retailers and engage in international, and regional trend analysis.
\xef\xbb\xbfCommunicating effectively with designers, suppliers, and senior management within Dunnes.
\xef\xbb\xbfPresenting ranges to the board of directors and department heads