Buying Manager / Assistant Buying Manager

We are kapok.

We are a leading independent lifestyle and fashion retailer, established in Hong Kong since 2006. We are now operating 12 stores under the following names … and keep expanding!

• kapok
• ONS kapok
• Maison Kitsuné

The kapok shopping experience is unique because it is friendly and convivial, yet always ahead and mysterious. Our belief is to bring beautiful things to livings.

Job Descriptions:

• Formulate buy plans and OTB plans to achieve the company business objectives. 
• Implementing merchandise selection and assortment.
• Formulate the sales forecast, OTB budget and drive the buying activities in accordance with Company’s strategies.
• Monitor merchandise flow to achieve sales, profit and inventory target.
• Stock Management processes including allocation, replenishment and consolidation.
• Maintain constructive relationship with suppliers for business development.
• Prepare regular reports to analyse and review sales performance and inventory level.
• Analyse market trend and competitors and make recommendation for improvement.
• Execute product training to ensure competent product knowledge of frontline staffs.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, fashion or related field disciplines.
• 8 -10 years solid buying experience with at least 2 - 3 years of managerial experience gained from womenswear or menswear retail.
• Experienced in multi-brand retailer is a must.
• Good negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong sense in market trends with fashion vision suitable for kapok
• Excellent analytical, organization and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work under pressure and tight schedules.
• Self motivated, well organized and strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in both written and spoken English & Chinese.
• High proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Overseas travel is required.
• Immediate availability is preferred. 

**Candidate with less experience will be considered for the position as Assistant Buying Manager**

We offer for Full time:

• Public holiday (Bank holidays) 
• Annual leave (15-20 days) 
• Double pay
• Discretionary year-end bonus 
• Medical insurance 
• Dental benefits
• Staff purchase discount

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