Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION:

Lead andoptimizethe end-to-end buying process to drive sales growth, improve profitability, and deliver a high-quality customer experience across DTC Outlet channels.

This is a12 monthfixed term contract position.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Product Assortment: Curate and develop a well-balanced seasonal assortment that meets with the brand strategy and market trends, whileestablishing a balanced price structure and model mix.

Buying: Responsible for forecasting demand on SKU level, ensuring styles are covered in depth and width. Aligning buy volumes with salestrendand market demand.

Market research: Conduct market research to stay informed about consumer preferences, emerging trends, and competitiveoffering, while ensuring brand protection and finding opportunities for assortment optimization and strategic growth.

Inventory Management: Collaborate with Planning team to maintain efficient stock levels throughout the season and at end-of-season transitions. Supervise inventory turnover, sell-through rates, and make data-driven decisions to handle stock levels optimally.

Sales Analysis: Regularlyanalysesalesperformanceidentifyingareas of growth and improvement. Use sales data to make informed decisions about product assortment, pricing, and promotional strategies.

Seasonal Planning: Plan and complete seasonal product launches, ensuring that new collections are well-timed, well-stocked, adequatelypromoted.

Working closely with the Channel Merchandising team, providing relevant in-season and pre-season feedback covering product performance, customer preferences, marketdemandand future opportunities.

Cross-Functional Communication:Maintainclear and effective communication with colleagues and stakeholders such as planning, retail and digital marketing, ecommerce, marketplace, allocation,operationsand demand planning to ensure flawless execution of merchandising strategies.

Promotions: Handle key promotional periods, ensuing effective execution within the markdown budget whileoptimizingsales,marginand inventory performance.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

Relevant years of experience insimilarrole in merchandising/buying or product role.

Passion for product andawareof the trends.

Clear understanding of retail KPI’s, marketing activations, and retail/digital landscape.

Sound business and commercial competence.

Excellentorganisationaland time management skills.

Team player,strong communicationskills with the ability to network and build strong relationships with partners.

Strong analytical skills.

Excellent solid understanding of Microsoft Office.

BENEFITS:

Discretionary Bonus Opportunity

Discount on health insurance

8% holiday allowance

Flexible Working Hours

Pension Scheme

25 daysAnnual Leave per year

Up to €300 travel allowance each month

Hybrid working

Employee Discount

Work from home allowance

Home working equipment

Sports subscription services

Flexibility to work20 daysfrom anywhere each year

Wellbeing and Mental Health Benefit (24/7 Employment Assistance Program & Support)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

New Balance is committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership and gender reassignment. We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion.

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DTC Apparel & Accessories Buyer - Outlet (12 month fixed term)