As a Product Category Buyer , you will be leading the Category of Sporting Goods for specific retail banner (Sportsfactory Outlet) working closely with the Commercial Director. This means driving sales, gross profit and stock levels results through sophisticated buying processes, new product opportunities, reviewing of commercial agreements, commercial operations excellence, optimal pricing, and promotion roadmap across channels for the categories assigned. The job requires strong commercial acumen, exemplary project management, data driven skillset, advanced negotiation skills and fundamental retail skills.
Main responsibilities
Organize the Category Buying Process and propose annual buying budget according to company business plan
Guarantee sales & commercial targets are met such as net sales, gross profit, stock health levels for the categories assigned
Tactical review, negotiate and improvement of commercial agreement terms with all vendors
Drive proper merchandising & content management programs for stores and online based
Conducting market research to identify new product trends and opportunities optimizing assortment based on operational and profit targets
Collaborate with commercial operations team, from scheduling shipments, planning stock levels per location and replenishment processes
Plan a solid and competitive promotion roadmap along with marketing and digital department and create go to market training plans to all channel
Requirements
Education & Experience
BSc/BA in business administration, finance, or relevant field; MSc/MA is a plus
Proven 2+ years’ experience as category product buyer/manager in Retail with success record
Commercial awareness partnered with a strategic mindset
Solid knowledge of reporting and financial/budgeting processes
Excellent organizational and leadership skills
Additional Knowledge, Skills, Traits & Abilities
Proficient in MS Office Suite and Power User of Excel & Reporting
Experience in ERP systems (SAP, NAVISION etc)
Excellent interpersonal skills, especially those required to successfully function as part of a cross-functional team
Strong communicator with ability to influence, build consensus and gain support
Demonstrated decision making & problem-solving capabilities in the face of conflicting priorities
An innovative thinker who adds to and supports a culture of creativity, positivity, growth, and teamwork
Benefits
An attractive compensation package and bonus scheme
Corporate Benefits program
Modern, fun & enjoyable workplace and an opportunity to travel an exciting growth journey with us
At Cosmos Sport, we are committed to providing a great place to work for all of our people, without regard tο race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientations, genders, or disability.
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