Senior Buyer, Luxury Fashion Brands

We, the members of the Doğuş Hospitality & Retail team,

We know that tomorrow we will be much further ahead than today because we are open to improvement.

We develop our business together because we are open to growth.

We draw inspiration and strength from each other,

because we are open to collaboration.

We enjoy being on this team because we are open to fun.

With its creative and innovative perspective,

courage and energy, this team is...

Open to the future.

Your career here is OPEN to innovation, opportunity, success, development, and the future!

Are you ready to be a part of the boundless world of Doğuş Hospitality and Retail and to take a bold step in your career and join our growing organization?

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR?

• At least 4-5 years general business experience, 4 years being buying or brand management experience in retail operations
• Degree level education in Industrial Engineering or Business
• Master’s degree in Fashion, Luxury Management, or a related field will be considered an advantage.
• Qualification in marketing, commercial studies, retail, or business management.
• Availability to travel abroad frequently
• Excellent command of spoken and written English is a must and at least a beginner level in Italian or French is required
• Highly motivated and must be able to demonstrate they can step up to the next level
• Strong analytical skills and understanding of retail math; Knowledge of MS Office computer programs are required
• Good negotiation and strong organisation skills
• Excellent multitasking skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on department and Company needs
• Strong sense of personal style & fashion trends

then this opportunity is OPEN to you

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM THIS POSITION...

Our portfolio includes Loro Piana, Eleventy, Sandro, Maje, 100% Capri, and our own multi-brand concept IN-FORMAL.

• Primarily responsible for the planning, selecting, and buying of merchandise for multibrand and monobrand stores.
• Define and maintain a buying strategy which matches customer profile, market requirements and the direction of the Business.
• Take direction from the Buying Manager on all key financial, brand and range decisions. This role will be responsible for ensuring that these decisions are communicated effectively to all concerned both internally and externally and followed up accordingly.
• Ensure buys are placed timely, they are set up accurately and communicated to suppliers so that on-time delivery is also achieved.
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with suppliers to aim for growth.
• Build new relationships with vendors and to grow existing relationship with partners
• Buyers should be skilled in all the buying disciplines relating to brand, product selection, margin and OTB management.
• Provide support for Replenishment reordering
• Plan effectively, prioritize and work under pressure as the number of brands and number of contacts will be significant
• Create necessary documents such as buying reports, market research, competitive benchmarking, and trend analysis to inform buying decisions
• Prepare seasonal trend and product training presentations for internal teams, highlighting key directions, opportunities, and strategic insights.
• Oversee the end-to-end procurement process including controlling the invoices, shipment tracking, delivery coordination, and vendor compliance.
• Provide end of season feedback to each brand

WHAT WE OFFER?

• Hybrid working opportunities
• Opportunity to gain experience simultaneously in different industries to support your development
• Opportunity to work in global brands and a large-scale organization
• Employee discounts across all our retail brands, restaurants and hotels.