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Expansion Manager(Eletronic Category Buyer), Merchandising Center, London Jobs in London Area, United Kingdom at SHEIN
Title: Expansion Manager(Eletronic Category Buyer), Merchandising Center, London
Company: SHEIN
Location: London Area, United Kingdom
About SHEIN EMEA
SHEIN is a global online fashion and lifestyle retailer, providing an extensive range of affordable, SHEIN-branded apparel and products sourced from a global network of vendors. Since our founding in 2012, we have expanded to serve customers in over 150 countries worldwide. Our EMEA headquarters are in Dublin, and we now operate over 15 offices across the EMEA region.
At SHEIN, our mission is to make the beauty of fashion accessible to all. Through our industry-leading, on-demand production model, we support a smarter, more future-ready fashion industry that adapts to the changing needs of our customers.
Learn more about SHEIN by following us at https://careers.shein.com/ and https://www.sheingroup.com/.
Tips: This Expansion Manager is a role with buyer and BD responsibilities, focusing on Electronic category.
Job Responsibilities:
Accountability for your are/allocated category – from product development to delivery
Work with merchandising to lead dept strategy in line with seasonal SWOT analysis & lessons learnt
Building plan for options/spends at cat level in line with dept forecasts
Directing product development to ensure in line with trends & is on brand
Understand the target audience thoroughly and consistently curate products that align with our customer base
Set and achieve monthly goals for the creation of new styles, demonstrating a proactive approach to product development
Make informed decisions regarding product or fabric adjustments to ensure styles meet quality standards and resonate with our customer base
Conduct comprehensive research to stay abreast of the latest trends and developments in fabrics, incorporating this knowledge into purchasing decisions
Review and approve samples produced by the production team, maintaining a high standard of quality and consistency
Provide leadership and guidance to the buying team, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with company objectives
Facilitate weekly sales meetings with the team to discuss performance, share insights, and strategize for future success
Job Requirements：
Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, or related field preferred
Must have at least 5-10 years of electronic vendor buying experience
Proven experience in electronic buying, with a focus on understanding customer preferences and market trends
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with vendors
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret sales data and make informed buying decisions
