Buyer - New Sports Brand (HO - 000246_SHO-SPO-190-204-014-1)

To manage buying and product assortment for the assigned brand. The role ensures the right products for right channels; balanced product availability, optimal inventory levels in alignment with sales and profitability goals.

1.    Buying process

• Work directly with brands to manage the buying process, including issuing purchase orders (PO) and aligning product assortment across channels.
• Ensure timely and accurate communication with brands regarding order status, deliveries, and inventory needs.

2.    Demand Planning & Forecasting

• Collaborate with the planning team to ensure that buying decisions align with demand forecasts and inventory strategies.
• Provide input and coordinate with the planner on forecast adjustments, stock needs, and replenishment schedules.

3.    Merchandise & Profitability Management

• Optimize the merchandise mix at channel and door level to achieve sales and gross profit (GP) targets.
• Ensure effective stock management to minimize overstock and improve sell-through performance.

4.    Inventory & Supply Management

• Oversee PO management, stock transfers, and inventory control, ensuring accurate tracking and stock availability.
• Communicate and adjust supply plans based on actual sales performance and any unforeseen demand changes.

5.    Sales & Promotion Analysis

• Continuously review historical sales data, promotional impacts, and forecast accuracy to improve purchasing strategies.
• Provide insights and contingency plans in response to abnormal demand or shifts in market conditions.

6.    Product Launches & Coordination

• Manage the execution of new product launches, promotional activities, and packaging updates through close coordination with brands and internal departments.

7.    Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with other departments to ensure alignment on inventory, promotions, and marketing plan for the brand.

8.    Reporting & Analysis

• Provide daily, weekly, and monthly reports on sales, inventory, PO status, and shipments to inform strategic decisions.

• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in Retail Buying, preferably within Fashion Retail industry.
• Strong understanding of retail purchasing & seasonal product assortment planning
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for managing products sell-in, sell out performance and allocation
•  Able to analyze market trends and sales data to inform buying decisions.
• Team-oriented with strong cross-functional and external collaboration abilities.
• Strong communication skills with various stakeholders (internal and external)
• Proficiency in English is requried