Buyer - Womens

HUGO BOSS Fashions, Inc.•New York, NY

8d•$70,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer is responsible for the Boss Women’s & Hugo Women’s Apparel/ BW & HW Shoes & Accessories department for NCSA, developing assortments that meet the needs of the customer in DOS stores, shops, & Ecom. This includes aiding in driving direction and performance in several merchandise categories while working with cross functional partners to identify challenges and maximize business opportunities.

Requirements

4 to 7 years retail experience.
Bachelors Degree in Business | Merchandising
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office & PC operation
Adapts to shifting circumstances In business environment
Excellent oral and written communication
Fashion Product & Trend Awareness
Build cross functional partnerships
Self-motivated with a positive “can-do” attitude

Nice To Haves

Travel may be required domestically & internationally
Market periods may entail weekend hours

Responsibilities

Develops product assortments that support consumer demand in DOS stores and shops.
Prepares detailed by style weekly and seasonal selling reports for all categories within their departments.
Has direct communication with stores and shops regarding product needs, special orders and stock inquiries.
Supports with market appointment preparation by providing merchandise trend, sales and performance analysis that is relevant both globally, regionally and by country for most effective decision making.
Enter all seasonal collection buys with accuracy and attention to detail.
Informs on current selling trends, consumer buying patterns and helps predict future trends for consumer reaction.
Create, prepare, communicate and present product knowledge for 4 seasonal collections. Partner with Buyers, Creative & Brand, and Store Training departments to ensure selling features of product are highlighted for the retail store teams.
Analyze full price seasonal performance and based on results, recommend markdown percentage to Planner(s).
Analyze full price seasonal performance and based on results, recommend key information to Allocator(s).
Partner with various resources to conduct daily responsibilities i.e. AG, Planning, Allocation, Wholesale, Regional and Store Management, Distribution.
Utilizes standard reporting through web based merchandise systems SAP Retail | BIS Reporting, AO
Utilizes SAP | AFS for merchandise inquiry management and communication.
Utilizes Microsoft PowerPoint for Product Knowledge Presentations

Benefits

21 Paid Days Off (pro-rated based on first year of employment) plus your Birthday off
Paid Parental Leave for FT employees
Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits with Health Saving Account (HSA) option
401(K) with company match
SHIP (Share Investment Program) Offers eligible employees the opportunity to become a co-owner and acquire shares in HUGO BOSS AG at special SHIP conditions.
Flex Spending Account (FSA)
Generous Employee Discount Program
Voluntary Benefits and Critical Illness
Company sponsored Life and Disability benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Discounts for auto/home/pet insurance