International Buyer (Garment Industry)

THE ROLE:

As an International Buyer/Negotiator (Home Textiles/Garment) at Ozeol, you will lead international negotiations with suppliers, primarily in Asia, to secure the best overstock deals for resale in the EU. You’ll act as a front-line dealmaker, unlocking cnmmercial opportunities and maximizing resale value through direct supplier negotiations.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Negotiation & Strategy

• Build and execute negotiation strategies based on market trends and company objectives
• Lead negotiations with international suppliers to obtain the most favorable terms
• Ensure contracts meet financial, legal, and operational standards

Market & Supplier Analysis

• Analyze product trends in the French market and prepare briefs for your assigned Prospector(s)
• Monitor supplier performance: product quality, lead time, reliability
• Track and optimize buying performance using data

Collaboration & Business Development

• Work closely with your assigned Prospector(s) on a daily basis
• Provide clear business briefs and conduct formal debriefs on each opportunity
• Handle end-to-end negotiation: sending offers, tracking performance, validating deals
• Collaborate with internal departments: Supply Chain, Quality Control, Logistics

Operational & Trade Fair Participation

• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier information
• Track the purchasing process from order to delivery
• Represent Ozeol at international trade fairs when required

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; background in Merchandising, Fashion, or Garment is a plus
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in the garment industry, with a strong preference for candidates from a manufacturing or trading background.

Skills & Competencies

• Deep knowledge of merchandising/purchasing process and excel at new supplier development
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills — able to collaborate across internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to work independently and proactively.
• Fluent in English
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Willing to travel occasionally as business requires.