Buyer Fashion - maternity cover

QVC Italy; Lombardia; In loco; EUR 35.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading retail company in Italy is seeking a full-time Buyer for a maternity cover role. The candidate will be responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and merchandising fashion products, ensuring profitability while maintaining supplier relations. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of retail buying experience, preferably in fashion, and be fluent in English and Italian.

Competenze

• At least 3 years' experience as a retail buyer.
• Previous fashion experience preferred, especially in shoes/bags.

Mansioni

• Source, select and secure products to meet sales targets.
• Negotiate prices and conditions of trade.
• Collaborate with Planning and other departments.

Conoscenze

Negotiation skills

Product sourcing

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in Italian

Formazione

Degree in economics or equivalent

Strumenti

Microsoft Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

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The Opportunity

We are looking for a full‑time Buyer (fashion) – maternity cover. You will source, purchase, and merchandise a specific product category in a timely and efficient manner to maximize net profit contribution.

Your Impact

• Source, select and secure a suitable range of products to meet sales targets and keep the line fresh.
• Negotiate the best possible prices and conditions of trade.
• Work closely with Planning to review product performance, plan and grow the range.
• Coordinate with Planning, Broadcasting, Distribution and other departments to support buying decisions.
• Maintain inventory levels and be accountable for the return to supplier process.

Supplier Relations

• Meet regularly with suppliers to review performance and develop new concepts.
• Collaborate with other Buyers and the Manager Buying Fashion to build relationships, track trends and competitor activity.
• Negotiate vendor contracts and ensure timely execution.

Other

• Prepare accurate financial information on product performance.
• Support the Manager Buying Fashion with sales forecast preparation.
• Support the Manager Buying Fashion in reviewing sales plans and adjusting as needed.

What You Bring

• Degree in economics or equivalent.
• At least 3 years’ experience as a retail buyer.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Fluent in English and Italian.
• Previous fashion experience is mandatory (background in shoes/bags is a nice‑to‑have).

Equal Opportunity

QVC Group is committed to inclusion and belonging for all and ensuring that our workplace provides equal employment opportunities for all team members and candidates and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. As an equal opportunity employer it is committed to a barrier‑free employment process. If you need reasonable accommodations or support, please contact us at [e-mail].