Job Description
Your responsibilities as Senior Buyer will include but not limited to:
Buying Strategy & Planning
Develop seasonal and annual buying strategies aligned with business objectives and customer insights. Manage open-to-buy (OTB) plans, ensuring assortment efficiency, depth, and breadth. Identify white space opportunities and drive product innovation to enhance the USC brand mix.
Product & Range Selection
Curate and select compelling assortments across apparel, footwear, and accessories within your assigned categories. Work closely with key brand partners and distributors to secure exclusives, SMUs, and first-to-market launches. Manage product lifecycle planning to maximize sell-through and minimize markdown exposure.
Supplier & Brand Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international brands. Negotiate cost prices, margin improvements, trading terms, and exclusivity opportunities. Collaborate on SMU (special ...