Fashion Buyer
The Role
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Womenswear Fashion Buyer located at our Portadown Head Office.
A role at DV8 promises a fast-paced, challenging and innovative working environment. The key to our success is our people, and becoming part of this inspiring team will be a really fantastic opportunity for the right person!
What you will do as a Fashion Buyer
Support the Buying Team and contribute to the decisions on the product range
When required, present garments to senior management and follow up on action points for the team/department
Look further ahead than immediate problems to focus on ideas and solutions that may be of longer-term benefit to profitability
Keep team informed and up to date on key issues
Anticipate and resolve problems with deliveries continuing to build stable long term relationships with suppliers
Travel regularly to meet with suppliers and attend fashion shows
Desired Skills and Experience
In order to be successful for a Fashion Buyer role, you will have:
An understanding of fashion trends and knowledge of the High Street, bringing new, well thought out ideas to contribute to the Buying process
Strong fashion eye is essential
Good problem solving skills and can take initiative to resolve issues
The ability to perform under pressure and work in a fast paced environment
The capability to take responsibility and make decisions
The ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Manage time effectively by setting and achieving priorities and timescales
Experience using Microsoft Office package
Some of DV8 Benefits
Career development opportunities
Competitive remuneration
Very generous staff discount
Employee Assistance Programme
So... Are you inspired and driven by style setting in a fast-paced environment to produce the star of our customer's wardrobe? At DV8 you will absolutely love everything fashion and gain the opportunity to show off your amazing talent and passion to inspire our customer.
To apply please submit your CV and send a cover letter to jobs@dv8fashion.com clearly stating how you meet the desired skills and experience section.
Please note that due to a high volume of applications we reserve the right to close the job opening sooner than the expected closing date.
DV8 Fashion is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons