Headhunters | Senior Footwear Buyer

Requirements: Minimum 10+ years experience in a Footwear Buying Role. Business travel will be required 1 week per month.Discount Retailer / Buyer experience would be extremely beneficial / advantageousSenior role individual must be able to run the department independently.Dynamic, forward-thinking individual who is aware of current and upcoming trends, but with budgets and costs in mind.Matric required; relevant degree/diploma (Fashion / Textile / Production / Procurement) advantageous.Advanced Excel skills.Always on top of the latest buying trends and tricks.Proficient in Microsoft Office.Valid code 8 drivers license endorsed. Responsibilities and expectations but not limited to:Product Analysis:Analyse product reviews from previous seasons.Report on supplier SWOT.Analyse competitor products and pricing.Interpret global trends in the context of the companys target markets.Collate product feedback through communication with stores.Perform in-depth data analysis of the footwear department.Report on key areas within the footwear department.Monitor workflow and assist where necessary.Assortment Planning and Product Procurement:Place orders to released OTB within agreed criteria/targets and policy.Ensure OTB fulfilment (category and seasonal).Track and monitor the status and data integrity of orders within the Footwear Department.Ensure relevant products for promotional activities.Manage the supply chain from order placement to delivery, including quality approval.Current Trade:Analyse weekly trade against sales plans and adjust forward orders accordingly.Review best and worst sellers by category and adjust forward orders.Determine promotional and markdown pricing.Manage outstanding orders and amendments. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of applying, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.