Exhibits strong commitment and motivation to deliver results. Understands and aligns sourcing strategies with the buying vision and strategy, responding to a changing market (e.g., new fashion and lifestyle trends, seasons, availability of appropriate merchandise, and pricing/promotions).
Supports buying activities and guides or executes business plans and activities that contribute to driving business results.
Works with the buying team to ensure vendors present new season range developments as per required timelines.
Follows up to ensure design ranges are developed with the right vendors to deliver best-in-class products aligned with customer expectations.
Demonstrates knowledge of vendors and product opportunities in each market to drive the right product with the right vendors.
Manages the sourcing processes to deliver best-in-class products in alignment with the buying requirements.
Evaluates the market to recommend the best source for a particular product or category of products. Researches new opportunities based on market trends.
Assesses sampling capacities, decides on final allocations per vendor, and ensures the on-time receipt of samples developed by vendors.
Manages the registration and onboarding of vendors in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
Initiates and streamlines timely communication to all necessary parties, escalating when needed.
Ensures daily business activities are supported by self and team to deliver business needs effectively.
Demonstrates the ability to think like an entrepreneur by continuously searching for new business opportunities.
Negotiates the best price for merchandise in conjunction with the buyers.
Oversees and visits manufacturers and factories as required. Troubleshoots issues in a timely and accurate manner. Fairly and objectively assesses each supplier's strengths and weaknesses to make the most rational decisions regarding business relations.
Develops and drives vendor capacity plans and requirements to deliver products on time and adhere to the TNA calendar.
Provides inputs and relevant data points to the vendor assessment tool (time, cost, quality, and sell-through).
Reviews vendor partners continuously to align with the organization's sourcing processes and shares feedback.
Qualifications
Minimum 5 years solid experience in Apparel and fashion industry of which at least 6 years experience in buying office, agent.
Excellent interpersonal, problem solving, negotiation and time management skills.
Willing and able to frequently travel to explore new opportunities
