Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar Jobs Updated on 04/11/2024Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in this position in e-comm. ENG:C1Working on budget €40Mio+, vendors management (300+), managing of 7-buyers teamAbout Our ClientThe fashion & sports equipment retailer has been experiencing strong growth. Ths company's aim is driving further regional expansion and dominance in the Central and Eastern European.Job DescriptionResponsibilities:Co-creating and implementing the purchasing strategy within the category (100.000 SKU)Establishing cooperation with new suppliers and maintaining relationships with current suppliersManaging the product strategy - building an effective category management system ensuring expert product selection across categoriesNegotiating purchasing conditions (targets, bonuses, transition periods, distribution markets, etc.) and conducting cyclical analyses of cooperation termsOngoing optimization of commercial conditions in relation to market situations to continuously ensure competitive purchasing conditions and the expected first-degree margin levelCollaborating with representatives from various sales channels, the marketing department, and the warehouse to ensure smooth product availability and quality across all channelsBuilding a strong purchasing team: providing direction, introducing best practices, setting and reviewing goal achievement, supporting and enhancing the team's skills, and creating career paths for the teamImplementing and optimizing purchasing tools to improve workflow and increase team efficiencyEnsuring optimal stock structure, availability, and proactively addressing potential overstockMaking strategic purchasing decisions based on budgets, analyses, and indicatorsRegular market and business research to identify product, sales potential, and current trendsCollaborating between the Purchasing Department and the management team as well as other teams within the organization to provide appropriate support for the company's mission, vision, and strategyFocusing on teamwork and effective communicationActively participating and representing the company at industry trade eventsWillingness to travel for business (trade shows, meetings with key suppliers)The Successful ApplicantThe ideal candidate must have strong expertise in category management, be data-driven, and possess excellent analytical skills. Key competencies should include merchandise planning, pricing strategy, forecasting, and a proven track record in generating cost savings. Requirements:Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a similar positionExperience in independently leading strategic commercial negotiationsExperience in managing a broad assortment at the category levelExperience in import purchasing (outside the EU)Experience in team managementHigher education (preferably in a relevant field)Proficiency in English at a minimum of B2 level, fully communicativeVery good knowledge of MS Office, especially MS ExcelInterest in the sportswear marketKnowledge of assortment and market trends (familiarity with the outdoor market is an advantage)Strong analytical, organizational, and negotiation skillsVery well knowledge of Ms Excell (pivot table, big data etc.)Knowledge of Magento, ERP NAVIERO or SUBIEKT GP (optional)What's on OfferOffer: Competitive salary and bonus structure (20% yearly bonus: KPI on target).Flexible working hoursOpportunities for career growth and development.Health and wellness benefits.Development in e-commerce industry.Young and energetic team, consisting of people with pashion.Work on side 4 days + 1 day Home Office weekly.ContactIgor CharytanowiczQuote job refJN-102024-6556474Job summarySectorRetail & FashionSub SectorBuyingIndustryRetailLocationZabrzeContract TypePermanentConsultant nameIgor CharytanowiczJob ReferenceJN-102024-6556474