Assistant, Buying (6 months contract)

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
• 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
• Assist in market research for competitive merchandise assortments
• Support in preparing seasonal product training with brand presentation and material translation
• Prepare sales analysis for buying activities
• Follow up on product quality issue handling
• 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

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