The Sr Buyer is responsible for partnering with management to create and execute the merchandise strategies for assigned departments to meet or exceed financial plans for all retail channels; acts as a key leader with cross functional teams (buying, planning, sourcing, design, visual, allocation, and field). Develop, execute and meet or exceed department sales, gross margin and inventory plans. Work in partnership with VP / DMM and cross functional partners to accomplish these plans through assortment strategies, price architecture, promotional strategies, and floorset store merchandising. Lead teams to create a balanced assortment in terms of: brand appropriateness, fashion vision, quality, fit, value, price point, style/SKU count and key item depth Develop and execute strategies utilizing knowledge based on analysis of business and competitive set Collaborate with planning to develop effective class plans, pricing strategies, & execute POS Identify key opportunities; analyze the business and react with timely reorders and cancellations to maximize business Work with EVP / GMM and VP / DMM to execute top level strategic initiatives; partner with cross functional teams, along with direct reports, to drive these initiative. Experience: Minimum of 7 -10 years retail buying experience Education: Bachelor’s Degree in related field required Skills: Strategic thinker with ability to manage from high level to low level detail Balanced analytical mind with innovative, creative thought – from business operation and product standpoints Must be highly organized; ability to work in dynamic, changing, fast paced environment.
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