| Company profile |
| We are an executive Search Firm specializing in Logistics and Supply Chain |
| Job details | |
| Job industry : | Fashion |
| Job segment : | Fashion |
| Job role : | Other |
| Job skill : | Buyer Ladies Wear |
| Position vacant : | Buyer Ladies Wear |
| Job location : | Toronto, Ontario |
| Job code : | 1 |
| Job details | |
| Company name : | Pinnacle Search Group |
| Minimum experience : | 5 years |
| Maximum experience : | 7 years |
| Job type : | Permanent |
| Gross pay : | 55,000-65,000 Yearly |
| Job posted : | Sep 26, 2007 |
| Job view count : | 158 |
| Job description | |
| Job description: | Implements garment assortment plans, core item assortments and item selection and development consistent with seasonal collections and business plan objectives to generate maximum sales, gross margin and profit.
Oversees product development activities; communicates and coordinates with the Design team to develop an exclusive product line in line with business and category needs; consults with Imports sourcing to assess new style offering. Shares responsibility and accountability of sales, gross margin (GM)% and receipt plans. Researches and analyzes apparel sales, consumer trends, competitor offerings and historical product line performance and provides input into creation of business plans. Participates in domestic and off-shore buying trips, trade shows, and manufacturer site visits. Monitors open-to-buy apparel budget, generates and processes approved purchase. |
| Job duties: | Equivalent of post-secondary school education combined with related experience as a Buyer in a specialty retail/product development buying organization with a preferred background in outerwear and sportswear purchasing and merchandising, ideally including leather and suede fabrication
Fashion conscious and trend aware with a highly developed taste level and an appreciation of elegance, sophistication, style and lifestyle fashion demands of the target consumer group (females 35-54) Proven ability to manage a multi-million dollar sales budget Strong knowledge of Canadian competitive marketplace, i.e. trends, key competitors, price points, etc. Strong demonstrated mathematical, analytical and problem solving ability along with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel , Word, PowerPoint and merchandise assortment planning systems Team player with the ability to remain focused on goals; able to recognize opportunities to collaborate / assist with fellow team members; extremely adaptable, positive and flexible to change Excellent written and verbal communication skills in addition to well developed negotiation skills Previous exposure to a vertically integrated organization with internal manufacturing operations an asset Experienced with international travel and available and able to travel domestically and abroad as required |
| How to apply : | Register to view |
| Third party mediation allowed : | No |
| Telecommute : | No |
| Travel required : | yes |
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