Buyer - Womenswear (knitwear)

COS; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000

Job description

As a Buyer on Knitwear you are responsible to execute the product development, having a clear understanding of COS aesthetics and our customer. With a clear and efficient component and product development you contribute to meaningful growth and profitability within your department. Together with the Senior Buyer, Assortment Planner and Senior Designer you are responsible to plan and develop the best assortment for our target customer, securing the totality of the range plan. You work in close collaboration with the Buying, Design, Pattern, Material and Supply Chain teams.

What you will do:

• Responsible to plan and execute the product development from start to end in close collaboration with the Buying team.
• Responsible to execute an efficient component and product development strategy and sample handling in terms of purpose of the product, profitability, and sustainability for your department.
• Together with the Assortment Planner/Senior Buyer, you are responsible for building the range plan for your department and having a balanced assortment.
• Together with the Assortment Planner/Senior Buyer plan, analyze, and adjust product, price, and profitability strategies to meet department goals.
• Work towards the omni channel strategy and drive the timelines for your department.
• Securing the best purchase, by buying at the right time, the right item based on current fashion and customer needs.
• Guide, involve, inspire and develop Assistant and Junior Buyers, challenging them to act with confidence.
• Keep updated with the overall market conditions and share relevant customer insights with product and Buying team and take actions accordingly.
• Develop strong relationships with Production office teams to ensure best samples and on-time-delivery.
• Co-work with the Buying Controllers to align targets and budgets.
• Together with the Buying team constantly follow-up, react and identify new sales opportunities, based on selling, customer insight and surrounding analysis.
• Have a clear understanding of the customers' needs and a customer focus in the component and product development.
• Responsible to develop components and colours supporting the department strategy, visual goal, and seasonal keys.
• Work in close collaboration with the Senior Buyer/Buying team, Assortment Planners and Designers, ensuring to offer products for all customer segments.

Qualifications

Alignment to our company values is the most important characteristic we look for in all new joiners. Our values are the behaviours that we appreciate above and beyond anything else. We are open-minded and curious, we dare to be different, we believe in constant improvement and we empower and trust you to take ownership. Our values are part of who we are, what we stand for and how we act.

What you need to succeed:

• Previous experience as a Buyer on Womenswear – Knitwear expertise essential.
• Product development background working with an in-house design team (luxury/high quality products beneficial).
• Up-to-date and knowledgeable in the latest trends, styles, patterns, silhouettes, fabrics, and colours.
• Excellent knowledge of the global fashion industry and awareness of future fashion and trend predictions.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to inspire, influence and present confidently.
• Pragmatic and outcome-oriented, leveraging data to make informed decisions.
• Thrives in a fast paced, agile environment with exceptional organisational skills and ability to re-prioritize on a consistent basis.
• Ability to influence, consult and collaborate at all levels.
• Attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks & priorities in an ever-changing environment.

Additional Information

We offer all our employees attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. All our employees receive a 25% staff discount usable on all our H&M Group brands in stores and online. In addition to our staff discount, all our employees are included in our H&M Incentive Program – HIP.

In addition to this UK based colleagues also receive:

• Up to 25 days holiday.
• Discounts on various activities and financial/lifestyle products via our benefits hub.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Employee assistance via retail trust.

Inclusion & Diversity

At COS we’re determined to create and maintain inclusive, diverse and equitable workplaces throughout our organisation. Our teams should consist of a variety of people that share and combine their knowledge, experience and ideas. Having a diverse workforce leads to a positive impact on how we address challenges, on what we perceive possible and on how we choose to relate to our colleagues and customers all over the world. Hence all diversity dimensions are taken into consideration in our recruitment process.

Company Description

COS offers a wardrobe of ready-to-wear and accessories rooted in exceptional quality and lasting design. The creative soul of the brand is fuelled by a deep connection to modern culture, dynamic global cities and compelling fashion movements. With an emphasis on expert craftsmanship, innovation and materiality, collections are created with a mindful approach, seamlessly blending contemporary and timeless.

Ready to register interest? Click on the I’M INTERESTED link where you can upload your CV securely. Once we have received your application, we will keep you updated regularly about the status of your application so please look out for our email.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!