Overview
Assistant, Buying Jobs in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR at TORY BURCH
Title: Assistant, Buying
Company: TORY BURCH
Location: Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
JOB SUMMARY
Support all daily merchandise aspects to ensure a smooth operation. Interface with local Sales Team, VM team and Planning team in driving the business forward in the merchandise category.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepare regular sales reports with updated information on routine basis (weekly / monthly / seasonally) and detailed market feedback
Support in preparing seasonal product training with brand presentation and material translation
Monitor closely the stock movement of individual store, work closely with planning team to arrange inter-store stocks transfer to maximize sales and optimize inventory
Prepare sales analysis for buying activities
Follow up on product quality issue handling
Assist in market research for competitive merchandise assortments
Monitor product co-ordination with sales team
Assist on all merchandising issues and stores enquiries
Data entry in systems
Assist in other ad hoc duties and projects
Represent the Brand
Generate and execute new ideas to set our brand apart and ensure delivery of transformational customer experience to every customer
Ensure operational standard are aligned with the brand vision and maintain the integrity of the brand
Partner with Store Managers to resolve customer service issues, particularly in the areas of product damages, repairs, exchanges/transfers
Drive the Business & Deliver Results
Ensure disciplined, business-focused management of inventory levels
Manage workload with agility, prioritizing effectively and making decisions that positively impact other counterparts
EDUCATION & PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED
Degree holder in Fashion Merchandising or related disciplines
1-2 years merchandising experience; buying background in high end fashion retail industry a plus
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Strong verbal and written communication skills: English, Cantonese and Mandarin
Strong organizational skills and able to prioritize
Strong fashion sense
Ability to work independently as well as a good team player
A fast learner in computer systems with proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Chinese Word Processing
