Buyer

Buyer will implement the buy strategy for the assigned brand, building a product assortment that meets customer needs, maximizes profits, and drives the growth of the MAF Lifestyle business. The Buyer supports the General Manager - Merchandising in highlighting short and long term strategic approaches, future growth opportunities, and risk areas for the business with regard to product ranging, allocation, inventory, brand perception, pricing, and margin.

Buyer MAF Lifestyle THAT Concept

• Strategic Buying & Planning: Develop and execute a profitable buying strategy aligned with brand and organizational guidelines, ensuring optimal product assortment and seasonal planning.
• OTB Management: Manage and monitor Open to Buy (OTB) budgets by store, category, and subcategory, maintaining spend within limits to maximize profitability.
• Stock & Margin Control: Analyze in season performance to balance stock, reduce loss of sales, and optimize margins through sell through and markdown strategies.
• Supplier & Vendor Relations: Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and margins with vendors while maintaining profitable, contract compliant supplier relationships.
• Cross Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Planning, Finance, Operations, Logistics, and Digital teams to support financial and strategic goals.
• Marketing & Launch Coordination: Collaborate with Marketing, Visual Merchandising, and PR to drive promotions, in store events, and consistent brand messaging.
• Customer & Trend Insight: Leverage market trends, customer feedback, and store visits to guide buying decisions and enhance brand relevance.
• Team Enablement & Training: Conduct seasonal product and trend training for store teams to enhance customer experience and ensure brand alignment.

• Education & Qualifications: Holds a Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business Management, Marketing, or a related field, with additional qualifications in Retail Management, Purchasing, or Sales.
• Relevant Experience: Brings 3-4 years of experience in a Buying and Merchandising role within the fashion retail industry.
• Leadership & Initiative: Prioritizes tasks effectively, communicates clearly, takes initiative, and brings positive energy to new challenges.
• Customer Centric Approach: Actively listens to both stated and unstated customer needs, delivering quality and value with a strong customer first mindset.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Understands role within the broader organization, works well with colleagues, shares information openly, and strives toward shared goals.
• Growth & Innovation Focused: Seeks continuous improvement, welcomes feedback, suggests efficiency improvements, and contributes creative ideas to enhance day to day work.