Shuz4U Ltd is the Irish franchise of the Skechers brand with 24 stores nationwide. We are currently looking for a Buyer with a focus on sports footwear and apparel to join our Head Office team in Little Island. As a Buyer, you will be responsible for developing and managing a diverse product assortment to meet market trends and customer needs across all categories. Reporting to the Senior Buyer, you will work closely with the Buying team, CCO, and crossfunctional teams to analyse sales data, understand consumer trends, and build effective buying strategies. This role requires strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and the capability to make datadriven decisions in a dynamic environment.
Duties:
* Develop and implement buying strategies across all product categories to optimize sales, margins, and stock levels.
* Conduct market research and analyse consumer trends to make informed buying decisions for a balanced and profitable assortment.
* Manage supplier relationships to ensure timely and efficient product availability.
* Review and analyse sales performance, gross margin, inventory levels, and stock turnover, making adjustments to maximize efficiency.
* Analyse weekly/monthly/seasonal sales and trends to manage budget plans for future seasons.
* Assist in preparing seasonal assortment plans and contribute to key meetings, including weekly business reviews and quarterly forecasting.
* Participate in and support promotional planning and calendar promotions across categories.
* Attend brand and category meetings to align product and assortment strategies with broader business goals.
* Regularly review performance indicators, offering insights and adjustments to the Senior Buyer and CCO for improved assortment planning.
Requirements:
* Proven experience in a buying or merchandising role, preferably within the sports footwear/apparel retail sector, with an understanding of consumer trends across product categories.
* Strong numerical and analytical skills; proficiency in Excel and MS Office Suite for data entry, analysis, and reporting.
* Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, manage time, and meet deadlines.
* Ability to thrive in a fastpaced environment, make decisions under pressure, and maintain a proactive approach.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders across functions.
* Technical aptitude for learning webbased tools and systems related to buying and inventory management.
* Willingness to travel as required (domestically and internationally).
* Valid driver's license.
Job Benefits:
* Competitive base pay
* Bonus structure
* Additional annual leave based on length of service
* Incentives and reward packages
* Staff discounts
* Free shoes
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Service anniversary rewards
* Career development opportunities
* Excellent work culture
* And SO much more
Culture
The Skechers community is full of diversity and inclusion, and we are thrilled to welcome anyone who wants to join our team We encourage all employees to challenge themselves in order to grow and develop further. Here communication is key, leading to greater engagement and transparency. Ensuring a sense of trust and fairness is at the heart of this establishment.
Please note that this is a fulltime position, working five days per week from Monday to Friday.