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A highly administrative role within the fashion buying team, providing essential support to the Merchandise Department and Merchandise Director Analyzing consumer buying patterns and predicting future trendsBe able to develop new product/s on own initiative in line with changing consumer trendsUnderstanding of profit margins and sell through marginsRegularly reviewing performance indicators, such as sales and discount levelsManaging plans with the Planner for adequate stock levelsReacting to changes in demand and logistics, between the business, suppliers and value chainMeeting suppliers and negotiating terms of samples and/or new rangesMaintaining relationships with existing suppliers and sourcing new suppliers for future productsUnderstanding the basic rules of vendor management, allocation and price negotiationLiaising with other departments within the organization to ensure projects are completedParticipating in promotional activitiesWriting reports and forecasting sales levelsPresenting new ranges to Merchandise DirectorLiaising with shop personnel to ensure supply meets demandGetting feedback from customersTraining and mentoring junior staff. Supervisory / Leadership / Managerial Tasks: None in the current structure, but need to “manage” across companies on Intercompany transactionsEnsure staff and customer satisfaction Skills required: Strong analytical skillsNegotiation skills and the ability to network and influence peopleTeamworking and interpersonal skillsExcellent communication skillsNumeracy skills and proficiency using IT and Microsoft OfficeGood organization skills and the ability to multitaskThe ability to cope with the pressure of having to make important decisions and meet tight deadlinesThe capability to work in a fast-paced environment and achieve targetsDrive and determinationEntrepreneurial spirit and a willingness to take risksCommercial awarenessLeadership attributesCreative flairConfident presentation styleA passion for retail.Ability to travel as per the needs of the business – Local and International https://protool.gumtree.co.za/external-link-browser.html?urlaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGl0dG8uam9icy9qb2IvZ3VtdHJlZS8xNTQ2ODk4NDEyP3NvdXJjZT1ndW10cmVl&jid1251873&xid1546898412 Apply Now

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