Buyer - Women's Western Wear

· Monitoring, studying, analyzing and understanding market trends for different categories of garments.

. Analyze the results of research and use the data to predict future results

· Execute trends into saleable options and achieve target sales & margins

· Ensures all customer aspirations are met in terms of fissionability, variety, quality & price

· Analyzing past sales patterns to anticipate trends in consumer buying pattern

· Administering as key driver for the look and feel of department

· To visualize, plan and execute a detailed assortment mix of the department as per budgets and customer requirements.

· Responsible for the price architecture, option count and adequate variety at stores

· Tactical creation of purchase orders based on planners demand forecast and requisitions

· Places purchase orders with approved suppliers as per appropriate agreements

· Conducts negotiations of purchase value and terms on spot buys and site unique suppliers

· Responsible to get the right product at the right price from the right type of vendors. To

liaison with vendors in understanding trends and new products

Experience : 3 to 6 Years

Education : Minimum qualification – Graduation in fashion designing, preferably PG diploma or degree from Top fashion institute.

Key Skills and Attributes:

· Ability to work on own initiative with minimal supervision, an organized and thorough approach to work

· Strong reporting, team working, vendor management and prioritizing skills

· Good organizational, self-management and goal setting skills

· Ability to manage a heavy workload and at times conflicting priorities as well as tracking progress on a wide range of tasks

· In-depth understanding of various stages in the product lifecycle of a product

· Thorough knowledge of costing and quality norms of the apparel industry