As a branded and own brand business we pride ourselves on having the best ranges, comprising of the latest and most exclusive products within our fascia's.Our Buying team working closely with Merchandising, Product Development, Marketing and the Brands themselves, helping plan and make decisions on the seasonal ranges for our stores and online.
Job Role - Buyer (Menswear)
Location - JD Group, Hollins Brook Way, Pilsworth, Bury, BL9 8RR.
Working Hours - Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.
Key Deliverables
Meeting and exceeding sales and margin targets
Maximise sell through
Improved profitability
Improved stock turn (along with merchandiser)
Limit churn/sale/markdown (along with merchandiser)
Planning
Agree, plan and execute a strategy for my area (along with Head of Buying and Trading Manager) and present to B+M director in-line with Commercial Strategy
Undertake seasonal reviews and analysis (with merchandiser) driving well informed commercial planning decisions
Range is planned accurately to space and grading across all fascia and channels, to maximise sell through and minimise markdown
Understand consumer behaviours and product/brand preferences
Understand brand positioning, strategies, product ranges and pricing
Forecast future performance trends at category and line level
Analyse promotional sales information to ensure compelling proposition for the following season
Construct and present a seasonal sign off pack detailing how sales and margin targets will be met and exceeded (with merchandiser)
Identify commercial opportunities to strengthen market share
Delivering
Construct market leading ranges relevant to Customer and store demographic
Attend seasonal selection meetings/relevant trade shows, and drive the agenda including relevant planning and pre-work
Identify opportunities and feed into Exclusive Brand product development process
Ensure selection and range planning process is completed within critical path time frame
Build category, store and brand assortments in line with agreed plan
Contribute to creation of seasonal 'go to market' strategies
Leverage brand strategies in store and on-line
Secure funding from brands to deliver collaborative campaigns
Drive promotional activity and secure necessary product / support from brands
Contribute to in-store space & VM planning
Contribute to definition of on-line presentation of the product assortment
Drive sales and footfall through marketing opportunities and ensure customer communication is compelling
Negotiate with suppliers to maximise profit contributions and other appropriate commercial terms including (but not limited to) returns, payment terms, marketing contributions and retro payments in line with overall business strategy
Monitor and review Brand SLA's in-line with agreed commercial terms
Maintain excellent relationships with Suppliers whilst capitalising on all relevant opportunities
Trading
Review weekly trading performance against KPI's - manage risks and maximise opportunities (with merchandiser)
Suggest in-season price changes to Buying Manager helping drive sales and manage stock commitments
Feed into trading meetings on a weekly basis (along with merchandiser and Head of Buying)
Write a monthly report reviewing my area helping to shape future trading activity (along with merchandiser and Head of Buying)
Drive trading activity to achieve planned sales and profit
Identify and exploit short term opportunities to drive sales and footfall through the GO Outdoors monthly mailer
Make regular store visits to review performance & presentation
Leadership/Teamwork
Collaborative working approach across departments and Buying divisions
Share best practice across the division and wider business
Engage in cross-functional working
Encourage feedback to both juniors and management
Ensure direct reports have regular 1-2-1 sessions and clear learning and development plan
'Can do' attitude
Learn from our mistakes and help it shape our future plans
We strive for a 'right first time' approach in all we do
We are all responsible for the culture of our office – if we don't like something, we change it
The Company:
At GO Outdoors our purpose is strong and clear; "to inspire and equip everyone for life outdoors". That's because we passionately believe in the positive benefits of the outdoors, whether that be the daily dog walk or hiking Ben Nevis, horse riding or cold water therapy, we provide the best equipment for all outdoor activities, always at the best price guaranteed!
Our values aren't just posters on the wall, we live them every day; 'One Team 'we are stronger together', 'Responsibility 'we take ownership', 'Passion 'we believe in what we do' and 'Integrity 'we do the right thing'. Clear values which help us to fulfil our mission to be 'the nations favourite outdoor retailer'.
If you share our passion and want to make a difference join our team to be a part of something 'unbeatable'!
We know our employees work tirelessly to make JD Group the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits:
Incremental Holiday Allowance
Staff Discount on qualifying purchases across Group retail stores and online
Exclusive Colleague Bike Discount scheme
Discounted Gym membership
Personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work
Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications
Interested?
If you interested in this position, then press the Apply Now button.
Due to the high volumes of applications our opportunities attract, it takes time to review them all. If you don't hear back within two weeks of you applying, please consider your application to have been unsuccessful on this occasion
Applications that meet the skills criteria will be contacted for a 1st stage meeting with the talent team. Shortlisted candidates will then be invited to interview with the hiring manager.
Thank you again for your time.
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