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Ben Sherman started out in 1963 producing standout
button down shirts from a factory in Brighton. Over 6 decades later the brand
is still producing standout shirts, but has also expanded to a full lifestyle
collection rich in the brands DNA. From the early days the brand has been
linked to music and British subcultures and that remains a core aspect of the
brands appeal today.
If you are passionate about being part of a British
Heritage brand’s journey, why not join us?
Purpose of the role: Supports the Senior Buyer in the
commercialisation of agreed Ben Sherman off-price product ranges to drive profitable
sales growth. This role will help manage the
process to ensure that the collectionsare appropriately priced
and that they are effectively produced to the quality expectations of the Ben Sherman customer and in-line with agreed sourcing routes.
A sound awareness of the off-price marketplace and sales performance is a necessity.
Responsibilities:
* Deliver all established targets (intake margin,
cost price, profitable, commercial and on-brand)
* 95% on time delivery through all channels.
* Exceptional range building skills and understanding of Ben Sherman vision to deliver against that.
* Management of Admin Assistant as necessary within team
structure.
* Delivery of profitability & maximising sales through trading
if identified.
* Be involved with understanding the
range frameworks to include options, price points, and best selling lines
identified from previous seasons to enable a well-balanced range.
* Develop strong working relationships with all
supply partners - liaise on all
stages of product development, negotiation and production stages and communicate
regularly and consistently
* Negotiate prices, execute and deliver product ranges,
which exceed budgeted intake margin for all channel ranges and exceed
customer expectations, in line with Senior Buyer's expectations
* Work collaboratively and communicate effectively
at all times within team and wider business.
* Attend weekly departmental team and trade
meetings to ensure team is well informed and prepared and trading
opportunities identified
* Work closely with the Merchandisers to ensure
the signed off range reflects the agreed options and product/colour
mix. Revisit in line with in
seasonal performance
* By way of Monthly store visits, marketing and
analysis of key competitors – gain better understanding of both Ben Sherman's position in the market place, target customer and identify opportunities
to change / improve.
Key Skills & Experience:
* Experience in same or similar role within off-price buying.
* Ability to initiate and build strong relationships
with 3rd parties and strong sourcing skills.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* Excellent computer literacy in Excel /Outlook/Word
* Ability to prioritise and manage a work schedule
whilst working to tight deadlines
* Teamwork but motivated and able to work
independently.
* Understanding of the Buying function and critical Path
processes and skilled in management of.
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