The Retail Buyer is responsible for all the Buying activities of the assigned Guess Line.
The role is responsible for the buy balance and meeting the intake margin target.
They will also be responsible for the development of product assortments by using market trend analysis information. He/she will monitor and manage sales and margins.
CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Product
- Keep updated on market knowledge of GUESS brand and its competitors
- Immerse yourself in Fashion knowledge at designer level
- Selection of product assortment for the Retail Stores
- Buying Speed to market items to keep on top of trends
Range building
- Ensure optimal choice for the customer in each store cluster based on lessons learned and predicted trends
- Ensure that the offer is balanced across lines, by style, color, fabric etc. for optimal “outfit building” to aid product presentation in store as well as increase UPT (unit per transaction) potential
- Determine ranking of all styles, predicted best sellers, NOS (never out of stock) and fashion “must haves” for correct quantification of the buy
- Regular review of SKU sales performance to propose commitment adjustments, rebuys and cancellations. Regular monitoring of intake of stock. Weekly update communication to the team
- Trial new concepts on a regular basis to improve the Brand
Supply management
- Work in line with the department critical paths and sign offs
- Professional and clear communication with all cross functions including Merchants and Visual to ensure input to the buy
Trading
- Monthly allocation meeting to give insight into direction of following assortment and to improve alternatives when product is no longer available
- Buy back into opportunities and manage risk
- Approval of markdowns for sale periods
Requirements
- 3/5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably with an understanding of the US market
- Highly trend focused solid background and understanding of the product
- Highly motivated, able to work independently, very flexible when priorities change, problem solving abilities, organized, detail oriented, able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Fashionable and Creative
- Analytical and Inquisitive
- Language skills: very good knowledge of English. Any other European language will be considered as a plus
· Good knowledge of computer skills: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint are mandatory
Benefits
- An International, fresh and dynamic working environment
- Physical & Mental Health programs, sustainable projects and workshop promoted by Guess Community
- Arts, sports and social events outside the office, thanks to our Guess Fun activities!
- Training & Development platform and paths
- Discount on our products both online and in stores
Don’t miss your chance to join a progressive and sustainable global company, which is constantly looking for new challenges and opportunities to grow in a competitive and tough market.
Guess promotes a people-first workspace, where their well-being and their development are part of the history and the success of the brand.
Do you think we’re a good match for you? Apply now to be part of our family!