1.Understand sports/fashion trends, knowledge of newest fabric and color trends in the market.
2.Provide direction to the design staff before the development of each season to confirm brand's core items, CAT%, and quantity of styles.
3.Follow up on product purchases;
control the OTB in line with the budget and confirm the style, color, quantity, GP and price for every order.
4.Every week, hold meetings with MP, VM, OP, and A&P for sales review meetings. Analyze every week's sales, stock and top 10 sellers, and put together promotional plans to move merchandise, coordinating with related departments.
5.Every season, analyze and record the performance of the collection based upon color, size and core items sales.
6.Every week, go to retail stores to check sales and merchandise displays,and communicate with OP and VM.
7.Follow up with the production department to confirm the quality of fabrics, linings and accessories. Monitor the production process to ensure correct quality of manufacturing and on-time delivery.
Working Relationships
Coordinate within the company with PD, MD, OP, MP, A&P, and VM. Coordinate outside of company with vendors and strategic partners.
Qualifications/Experience
1.3-5 years relevant working experience as fashion buyer with focus on athletic apparel, footwear and accessories
2.Willing to work under pressure, adhere to tight deadlines & be prepared to work overtime
3.Responsible, posses self-initiative, be independent & a good team player
4.Immediate availability preferred