Fashion Buyer
My client, a market leader in online retail, is seeking an experienced Fashion Buyer to join their highly successful business. The successful candidate will create a dynamic and commercially successful range with the goal to grow the company’s fashion unit. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a progressive fast-growing company. This role is based in the Netherlands.
Package
- Salary €65-80k doe
- Bonus
- Pension
- Agile Working
- Relocation package
Responsibilities of this Fashion Buyer role include:
- You determine together with the Head of Buying the category strategy and product range.
- You work closely with your colleagues in the design, development, creation, and management of the supplier portfolio to achieve the right consistency in our range of products.
- You stay abreast of the competitor markets and react to the customer’s needs.
- You achieve the set KPIs in the field of customer sales and profit by working closely with your suppliers and the Merchandise Planning team.
- You work closely with the Merchandise planning team in planning and forecasting the customer sales and gross profit.
- You work closely with marketing to build a relevant marketing trade plan that is relevant for the time of year and customer demand.
- You source direct and in-direct global suppliers that meet the needs of the business.
- You negotiate all cost prices and supplier terms with global suppliers.
Requirements for this Fashion Buyer role include:
- At least 5 years’ experience in product development and buying children’s and/or ladies Private Label Fashion.
- Experience with Far East direct sourcing.
- At least 5 years’ experience leading the range building of your private label collections.
- You can communicate and interact at various levels in the internal and external organisation with the various stakeholders.
- You have strong negotiation and influencing skills.
Aoife McCaul is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume only suitable applicants can be contacted.
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Food Buyer
Excel Recruitment is seeking a Food Buyer for one of Ireland’s largest and most successful Retail and Food Service business. This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic Food Buyer to add value to Ireland’s most innovative and creative food retailer. Dublin City based.
Package
- €50-80k
- Bonus
- Car Allowance
- Further company benefits
Responsibilities of this this Food Buyer job include:
- Managing a portfolio of brands including product range and selection, introducing new brands and delisting existing suppliers or brands as market conditions demand
- Analysing performance and reviewing current ranges, taking action where appropriate
- Establishing strong working relationships with suppliers and stakeholders in the business
- Maintaining and improving margins
- Identifying new opportunities and suppliers
- Sourcing and agreeing products for promotions and communication of such information to retailers, wholesale, sales and marketing teams
- Meeting customer and wholesale sales requirements in terms of range, pricing, presentation and promotions
- Co-operating, working with and supporting other members of the buying team to ensure that the overall division operates as an effective and efficient unit
- Lead the team by example: ensuring effective communication, support and recognition structures and practices are in place
Requirements for this Food Buyer job:
- 5+ years Food Buying experience
- Excellent communication skills with commercial aptitude
- Proven track record in achieving required sales and margin
- Excellent negotiation and influencing skills
- Strong organisational and outstanding problem-solving skills
- Good numerical and IT skills
Aoife McCaul is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website. Unfortunately, due to volume only suitable applicants can be contacted.
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Buyer
My client, a modern Irish retailer, is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Buyer to join their team in Dublin city centre. The successful candidate will be involved in the buying of contemporary products in an expanding company. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a strong Irish retail brand that specialises in providing quality clothing and giftware to its customers.
Package:
- Salary €60-70k doe
- Bonus
- Agile working
- Flexible working hours
Responsibilities of this Buyer job:
- Plan, develop and execute the pre-season planning of the buy, brand, product selection or development, and conduct range building to cover various categories.
- Source new products, select and develop merchandise assortments which are consistent with the retail strategy.
- Consult with Head of Buying to set rates to achieve gross margin targets in line with budgets.
- Negotiate trade discount, settlement terms and transport arrangements for merchandise.
- Coordinate the supply chain from vendor to warehouse and in store.
- Manage and resolve cost price discrepancies with office/suppliers.
- Keep up to date with trends and competitors in the marketplace.
- Manage and build the commercial and business relationships with our suppliers and partners.
- Consult with the finance team regarding new supplier information.
- Build strong relationships with all internal stakeholders.
Experience required for this Buyer job:
- Strong retail background and previous experience working as a buyer at a similar level.
- Qualification in buying and merchandising is an advantage.
- Strong PC skills including practical experience using Excel.
- Excellent organisation and communication skills.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Energetic and enthusiastic with a desire to success.
Aoife McCaul is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume only suitable applicants can be contacted.
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Furniture Buyer
My client, a 100% Irish-owned furniture retailer, is seeking a motivated Furniture Buyer to join their dynamic team in Cork. The successful candidate will have strong commercial and trend awareness while supporting the buying function. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a highly reputable company that prides itself on value and quality.
Package
- Salary €70-80k doe
- Bonus
- Agile working
- Pension
- Illness Benefit
- Death in service
Responsibilities of this job include:
- Responsibility in sourcing and building product ranges in line with current trends, while also meeting commercial requirements and company objectives, targets, and standards.
- Analyse vendor and range performance to ensure sales and marginal requirements are achieved.
- Strong industry and trend awareness with the ability to forecast and source both furnishings and accessories accordingly.
- Communicate and negotiate with vendors for support in areas such as freight allowances, bulk discounts, merchandising, training, product information, and images.
- Creating and maintaining strong commercial and business relationships with new suppliers, while also monitoring and maintaining existing supplier relationships.
- Monitor industry trends through vendor meetings, trade shows, and trade publications.
Requirements for this job include:
- Strong commercial and trend awareness.
- Buying experience in a retail environment would be desirable.
- Sourcing and buying experience within the European/UK market desirable. Experience with Far East sourcing is also desirable.
- Highly motivated with a disciplined work approach and ability to complete tasks on time and to a high standard.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with fluent English.
- Proficient IT skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
Aoife McCaul is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume only suitable applicants can be contacted.
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Fashion Buyer
My client, a market leader in online retail, is seeking an experienced Fashion Buyer to join their highly successful business. The successful candidate will create a dynamic and commercially successful range with the goal to grow the company’s fashion unit. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a progressive fast-growing company. This role is based in the Netherlands.
Package
- Salary €65-80k doe
- Bonus
- Pension
- Agile Working
- Relocation package
Responsibilities of this Fashion Buyer role include:
- You determine together with the Head of Buying the category strategy and product range.
- You work closely with your colleagues in the design, development, creation, and management of the supplier portfolio to achieve the right consistency in our range of products.
- You stay abreast of the competitor markets and react to the customer’s needs.
- You achieve the set KPIs in the field of customer sales and profit by working closely with your suppliers and the Merchandise Planning team.
- You work closely with the Merchandise planning team in planning and forecasting the customer sales and gross profit.
- You work closely with marketing to build a relevant marketing trade plan that is relevant for the time of year and customer demand.
- You source direct and in-direct global suppliers that meet the needs of the business.
- You negotiate all cost prices and supplier terms with global suppliers.
Requirements for this Fashion Buyer role include:
- At least 5 years’ experience in product development and buying children’s and/or ladies Private Label Fashion.
- Experience with Far East direct sourcing.
- At least 5 years’ experience leading the range building of your private label collections.
- You can communicate and interact at various levels in the internal and external organisation with the various stakeholders.
- You have strong negotiation and influencing skills.
Aoife McCaul is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume only suitable applicants can be contacted.
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