Brand Buyer

.The Brand Buyeris responsible for the product planning,pricing architecture, replenishmentandtrading analysis for two highly successful concept stores in Ibiza with plans for international growth in 2024 and 2025, reporting to the Co-Founder. Thefirst store offersa curated and elevatedselection ofvintage luxuryfashion, unique home decor items, jewellery and fashion accessories with a focus on sourcing new luxury artisanal brands and makers,negotiating terms, pricing architecture, margin management andreplenishmentto maximise seasonalsales.The goal is to ensure a balanced and cohesive product selection that reflects the overarching business vision andaligns with the expectations of an exclusive luxury clientele.The second part of the role supports the second store in thedelivery and tradingof an exclusive Men's & Women'sReady-to-WearcollectionthatharnessesItalian craftsmanshipandreimagines upcycled fabrics commissioned by the luxury fashion houses to create an elevated fusion of artisanal refinement.The successful individual must be eligible tolive and work in Ibiza and be fully fluent in written and spokenEnglish with at least 6 yearsof experience in luxuryfashion wholesale, buying, project managementor brand management.This is a dynamic hands-on role in an entrepreneurial business therefore you must be hands-on, highly organised andproactive inanticipating, prioritising and responding tobusiness needs and requests.An understanding ofrefined artisanal luxury with asharp eye for detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills, advanced Excel skillsand the ability to work effectively with co-workers, senior management,brands, artisanal makersand external partners is essential.Key AccountabilitiesUnderstand the values and vision of each concept store and the potential as a highly sought-aftertrading destination for third-party brands and makers andexclusiveown-brand products.Own the pre-season strategy and support in-season trading working with around ten to fifteen third-partybrands on consignment.Manage the budget for own-brand merchandiseand one supplier.For the third-party brand selection, conduct and align product research and sourcing activity across fashion, accessories, homeware and interiors with the vision of the co-founder and the luxury and exclusive nature of the clientele and location.Manage the brand partnership process finalising terms,product selection, minimums, pricing, lead times and shippingtoachieve financial targets.Manage the pricing, shipping, coding, sales analysis andreplenishmentfor the RTW collection.Build strong relationships with brands and artisanalmakers from initial sourcing and negotiation of prices, lead times and quantities to shipping.Support the negotiation and management of any limited edition, re-edition and exclusive product deals.Seasonal budgeting by gender, brand and category aligned with thefinancial goals and strategy of the concept stores