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Retail Buyer & Merchandiser

Employer
Axel Arigato
Location
London (Central), London (Greater) (GB)
Closing date
24 Apr 2021

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Axel Arigato Retail Buyer & Merchandiser will play an essential role on the success of our store network by choosing the right product for each store in the right quantities at the right time. With a strong commercial focus and a talent for spotting trends you will ensure the DNA of Axel Arigato is translated in every store. 

Job description:

  • Be responsible for the buy and allocation for the retail stores 
  • Set up par levels and extra par, inventory turnover ratio, weeks cover
  • Working with HQ to allocate weekly stock replenishments in line with par levels
  • Ensure the brand identity is translated in every store 
  • Daily follow up on sales, deliveries and stock levels 
  • Understand the product performance across all channels of distribution (online, wholesale, stores)
  • Prepare weekly reports to monitor product performance in each store and present to the Retail Director and the wider team 
  • Analyse and provide feedback on sales by style, colour, size contributing to future design development
  • Understand product life cycle, markdown strategies and margin analysis 
  • Anticipate demand based on sales trends
  • Analyse consumer buying patterns and predict future trends
  • Establish processes to communicate in an effective way with the Store Managers for regular feedback on product and customers  
  • Work closely with the Retail Manager to ensure the representation in-store is in line with VM guidelines
  • Maintain close communication with the Store Manages to understand customer’s feedback
  • Be aware of the business objectives which are set quarterly on revenue targets, inventory and KPI’s

Qualification:

  • A required of minimum 2 years’ experience in buying and merchandiser for a fashion company, preferably in the luxury sector
  • Experience on building reports that translate sales trends  
  • Must work independently with a hands-on approach
  • Strong understanding of the Axel Arigato brand identity and aesthetics
  • A great understanding of current social trends
  • Highly organised, flexible and able to work in an ever changing environment

What we're looking for:

The right candidate for this position is someone who has strong analytical skills and a sense to spot new trends. You are a friendly and self motivated individual, who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and realise the importance of continuous improvements in both big and small matters. 

An individual with an enthusiastic and outgoing attitude, who enjoys collaborating with other departments.

Please apply with cover letter and CV.  We will hire as soon as we find the right person.  

Salary: According to agreement 
Start date: 1st of May
Location: London - Central

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