Buying Manager

Our client is a $6 billion turnover retailer based in Asia with close to 3000+ stores, with a phenomenal growth rate (double digit). They have recently set up a new retail format in the economy segment (800 stores) and are seeking a new Buying Manager to lead this format. 

The ideal candidate will be senior Buyer/ Buying Manager with strong product and business sense in the ‘high street’ segment, ideally with solid experience in the UK or European high street.

Buying Manager: The role:

You will be responsible for:

-Leading the Buying and Merchandising strategy across all categories (apparels, accessories)

-Leading the entire product strategy for a new economy format

-Managing a team of category managers/senior buyers and take full ownership of seasonal buying strategies to drive volume and OTB

-Set performance benchmarks in buying, sourcing practices, ensuring the highest standards in quality and sustainability

-Taking ownership of branded as well as private labels, establish go to market strategy for all new launches

-Reporting to the Chief Merchandising Director

Buying Manager: The ideal candidate:

The ideal candidate will be an experienced buyer with management experience, ideally within large retail organisations and preferably within the ‘mid high street'/commercial category segment, within UK/USA high streets. 

You will be willing to take on a new challenge and be the key driver of the product strategy 

You will have a collaborative personality, be able to manage an international team, be receptive to ideas and new ways of working. 

You will have a global mindset, be able to take a fresh view on new markets, new trends

You will be highly commercial and competitive, be ahead of the curve and a visionary from a product strategy point of view.

You will have a sharp business acumen and a broad skill set in management within large matrix structures

What is on offer:

Life as an expat for our client is fantastic. They take pride in being ‘more than competitive’ in pay packages with generous benefits and lifestyle options in the heart of a very lush and modern expat friendly city. 

Please apply in confidence.