Buyer - Shoes/Sports (Singapore)

ZALORA Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online fashion platform in Singapore is seeking an experienced Buyer for Shoes/Sports. You will manage brand relationships, develop sales strategies, and analyze performance metrics. The ideal candidate has experience in retail buying and proficiency in data analysis, ensuring competitiveness in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in retail, focusing on shoes/sports buying and merchandising.
• Experience with the buying cycle and seasonal planning.
• Proficient in data reporting and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
• Monitor and analyze sales performance.
• Conduct competitor analysis for opportunities.

Skills

Retail buying experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Excel

Job description

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We are looking for a motivated and experienced buyer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in growing revenue and developing relationships with key brands. In this role, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of top brands, developing and executing sales strategies, and driving growth.

The ZALORA Buyer has a great level of ownership and accountability. With having your own brand and range responsibilities, it is at this level that you will be expected to have a holistic business-wide perspective, and identify wins and opportunities collaboratively outside of your own direct team.

What is essential to succeed and progress at this level are the behavioural and operational elements of the role evidenced by continuous development of oneself, such as people skills, job skills, a sound understanding of our customer and competition, etc.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue targets.
• Monitor and analyze sales performance to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct regular brand review meetings on a monthly, quarterly, or seasonal basis.
• Build and buy the most relevant range for the target customer.
• Full ownership of weekly trade within own department, including replenishment, stock swaps, RTS, etc.
• Support all facets of contract negotiations with new potential brands/suppliers.
• Understand new fashion and retail trends and how they can affect trading; regularly read market research data and spot new business opportunities.
• Conduct competitor analysis to assess ranges, identify opportunities for brand exclusives, and gather ideas for online layout, content, brand acquisition, and sales initiatives.
• Identify promotional and marketing opportunities to motivate sales and create an exciting retail environment.
• Perform in-season and end-of-season SWOT analysis leading to strategy reviews, which can be presented to senior management.
• Manage brand performance metrics such as margin, sell-through, stock turn, and delivery.

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of experience in retail, focusing on shoes/sports buying and merchandising, with strong retail, e-commerce, buying, and merchandising exposure.
• Experience with the buying cycle, seasonal planning, and management of timelines.
• Highly analytical with proficiency in Excel, data reporting, and analysis.
• Excellent communication skills with brands and internal teams.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive, driven, and results-oriented in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a comprehensive understanding of the full business picture.

The Zalora Story

ZALORA is Asia’s leading online fashion, beauty, and lifestyle platform, part of Global Fashion Group, with a strong presence across Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Hong Kong, attracting over 50 million visits per month.

ZALORA is not obligated to accept resumes from third parties unless explicitly agreed upon in writing. Unsolicited resumes from third parties will forfeit any claims for placement or referral fees.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
• Industries: Software Development

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