About Us
As a leader in luxury retail in the Middle East, Al Tayer Group's retail division, Al Tayer Insignia, hosts a portfolio of some of the worlds best luxury brands in the fashion, jewellery, home and department store categories. Complementing its position in luxury retail, Al Tayer Insignia has also built new frontiers in lifestyle retail, representing leading brands in the Beauty, Home, Fashion and Hospitality sectors. Our brands include Bloomingdales, Harvey Nichols and Armani to name just a few!About The RoleAs a Junior Buyer - Women's Footwear, you will be working closely with the buying lead and take ownership for a section of the departmental buy (e.g., a category) and drives sales through its purchases of high-quality merchandise at the most advantageous price. You will ensures proper management of their brand relationships and is responsible for the end-to- end product process.What Youll Be DoingStrategic Roles and Responsibilities:\xc2\xb7 Develops a detailed understanding of their department and the market trends for the category. Works closely with their Buyer/line manager to clearly define the product strategy and operates in collaboration with the principal brand(s) to execute this via the right assortment.\xc2\xb7 Takes on board store team and customer feedback in order to range build the assortment for their particular category.\xc2\xb7 Regularly presents and updates VP buying/Head of buying along with the Buyer with performance insights and analysis. Reacts quickly to feedback and requests from senior management.Functional Roles and Responsibilities:\xc2\xb7 Research and sourcing, industry trends and approaches new brands or products areas to include within the portfolio.\xc2\xb7 Maintain regular communication with suppliers as applicable. Assist with the efficient ordering delivery and payment of merchandise to reduce the likelihood of queries and problems.\xc2\xb7 To assist the Buyer to research and select from home and abroad, the best quality merchandise suppliers have to offer at the best price to maximize sales and profit margins. In conjunction with the Buyer to control the selection of merchandise for the Sales within the agreed markdown and to reach the agreed stock level.\xc2\xb7 Place re-orders as applicable in consultation with buyers and communicate relevant information to all relevant parties in planning and supply chain.\xc2\xb7 Maintain accurate database of vendor agreements and forward completed vendor agreements to Merchandise Planning.\xc2\xb7 Consolidate buying feedback reports and provide buyers with reports and recommendations per brand portfolio.People Management Roles and Responsibilities:\xc2\xb7 Assumes responsibility for the outcomes of others. Promotes a sense of urgency and establishes and enforces individual accountability in the team. Works with people to establish explicit performance standards. Is completely on top of what is going on and knows where things stand. Provides balanced feedback at the most critical times.\xc2\xb7 Proactively develops relationships with a wide variety of people. Builds immediate rapport, even when facing difficult or tense situations. Understands interpersonal and group dynamics and reacts in an effective manner. Engages input from others constantly and listens with empathy and concern.\xc2\xb7 Readily distinguishes between whats relevant and whats unimportant to make sense of complex situations. Looks beyond the obvious and doesnt stop at the first answers. Analyzes multiple and diverse sources of information to define problems accurately before moving to solutions.\xc2\xb7 Delivers messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner. Articulates messages in a way that is broadly understandable. Adjusts communication content and style to meet the needs of diverse stakeholders.\xc2\xb7 Takes consistent action to develop new skills. Finds ways to apply strengths to new issues. Is aware of the skills needed to be successful in different situations and levels. Seeks assignments that stretch him/her beyond comfort zone.\xc2\xb7 Decisively makes high-quality decisions, even when based on incomplete information or in the face of uncertainty. Actively seeks input from pertinent sources to make timely and well-informed decisions. Skillfully separates opinions from facts. Is respected by others for displaying superior judgment.About YouJob RequirementsEducation/Certification and Continued Education:

• Preferred degree in a fashion related subject

Years of Experience:

• Minimum 4 years of Buying experience

Knowledge and Skills:

• Microsoft office proficient in Excel and Power Point.
• Ability to create product and trend presentations.
• Brand management and negotiation
• Excellent Communication skills
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and brand principal.
• Agile and Problem solver
• Strong Leadership skills and Driven

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel frequently depending on the needs of the business.

Additional Information

• Job Detail: Department stores - Women's Footwear

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