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About the Role
Maximise department sales and profitability by executing the right product and purchasing strategy for the customer, balancing time, price, quality, quantity and range. Lead product development with a strong understanding of COS aesthetics and the COS customer, ensuring efficient component and product development that supports growth and profitability. Plan and deliver a strong, cohesive assortment in collaboration with the Assortment Planner and Senior Designer, working cross-functionally with Buying, Design, Pattern, Material and Supply Chain teams to secure a commercially sound range.
Responsibilities
- Plan and execute product development from start to end in close collaboration with the Buying team.
- Execute an efficient component and product development strategy and sample handling in terms of purpose, profitability, and sustainability for the department.
- Build the range plan for the department and ensure a balanced assortment with the Assortment Planner/Senior Buyer.
- Plan, analyse, and adjust product, price, and profitability strategies to meet department goals with the Assortment Planner/Senior Buyer.
- Work towards the omni channel strategy and drive timelines for the department.
- Secure the best purchase by buying the right item at the right time based on current fashion and customer needs.
- Guide, inspire, and develop Assistant and Junior Buyers, challenging them to act with confidence.
- Stay updated with overall market conditions and share relevant customer insights with product and Buying teams, taking action accordingly.
- Develop strong relationships with Production office teams to ensure best samples and on-time delivery.
- Constantly follow-up, react, and identify new sales opportunities based on selling, customer insight, and surrounding analysis with the Buying team.
- Have a clear understanding of customer needs and a customer focus in component and product development.
- Ensure products are offered for all customer segments in close collaboration with the Senior Buyer/Buying team, Assortment Planners, and Designers.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Buyer on Womenswear with woven 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.
- Ability to produce high-quality, accurate work, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines.
- Resilience under pressure.
- Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally, explaining technical or complex points simply and keeping stakeholders informed.
- Ability to build effective partnerships across Buying, Merchandising, Finance, Marketing, and regional teams, influencing decisions and aligning priorities.
- Open-mindedness and ability to accept feedback professionally.
- Ability to adjust to changing priorities, learn new tools and processes quickly, and show curiosity and self-development.
Skills
- Womenswear buying
- Product development
- Trend analysis
- Fashion industry knowledge
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Stakeholder management
- Adaptability
- Curiosity
Location
- London
Work Type
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Onsite
Experience Level
- Previous experience as a Buyer
- Product development background
Benefits
- 25% staff discount on all H&M Group brands in stores and online.
- H&M Incentive Program – HIP.
- Up to 25 days holiday.
- Annual health checks.
- Pension scheme.
- Discounts on various activities and financial/lifestyle products via benefits hub.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Discounted gym membership.
- Employee assistance via retail trust.
- Private health & dental care.
About the Company
- 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.
Equal Opportunity
- 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.