Job Description
Job Title: Buyer & Merchandiser
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Location: Office based, Coventry, UK
Start Date: ASAP
Deadline: On-going
THE ROLE
As a Buyer & Merchandiser, you will set the merchandising strategy to achieve our annual financial plan and forecast sales and inventory weekly to address trends and changes in the market. You will be sourcing high-quality products, building strong relationships with vendors and negotiating the best deals on price, quality, and terms. This is a one-of-a-kind, opportunity for the right individual to grow with our company, in scaling a deeply purpose-driven brand into a global legacy.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Build a financial merchandise plan by product category, item, and store that supports the company’s financial objectives.
2. Sourcing new suppliers
3. Negotiate pricing, contracts, and minimum order quantities with suppliers.
4. Implement and ensure quality control measures are met
5. Manage the product lifecycle from sourcing to end-of-life, including forecasting, budgeting, and inventory management.
6. Utilize historical data and current market trends to support the buying process and deliver the financial plan.
7. Compile weekly sales, markdown, inventory, and vendor dat...