Fashion Buyer

Brands - Dubai, UAE

Job Description

analyzing consumer buying patterns and predicting future trends;
regularly reviewing performance indicators, e.g. sales and discount levels;
managing plans for stock levels;
reacting to changes in demand;
reacting to changes in logistics;
meeting suppliers and negotiating terms of contract;
maintaining relationships with existing suppliers and sourcing new suppliers for future products;
liaising with other departments within the organisation to ensure projects are completed;
attending trade fairs, to select and assemble a new collection of products;
participating in promotional activities;
writing reports and forecasting sales levels;
presenting new ranges to senior retail managers;
liaising with shop personnel to ensure product/collection supply meets demand;
seeking merchandise feedback from customers;
training and mentoring junior staff on product knowledge.

Skills

Fashion buyer need a sense of retail and product trends and strong analytical experience. Previous experience required. Buyers will have computer skills and working knowledge of resource planning and forecasting. Excellent leadership, negotiating, and planning skills also a must.

About This Company

Brands - Is an international retailer of the finest fabric, we offer a choice of international fashion labels and in-house brands, the widest collection in formals, semi-formals, smart casuals and accessories. Delivering fashion ideas for an ever - evolving corporate world.

Founded in 2004, with headquarters in the United Arab Emirates, Brands streches its fabric across Saudia Arabia, Qatar and Iran. With over 10 stores that meet the wide ranging needs of fashion world. And another 20 stores lined up to put Brands on the world fashion map.