About this role
Mountain Warehouse is currently going through a massive growth period with a large number of store openings yearly and growth in size by over 20% year on year. We are currently the No1 outdoor retailer in the UK and are constantly on the lookout for bright ambitious and hardworking individuals to join our team We are seeking an enthusiastic, resourceful, hardworking Apparel Buyer who will grow with the company and add value to our team. An exceptional eye for detail is necessary, as is the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships across all areas of the business. Fully manage the departments including reviews of stock, sales, orders and forecasting. Understand and analyse reports and then make recommendations based on figures, common sense and experience, therefore must be incredibly numerate and analytical. Personally manage £40 million budget per annum, but this is continually growing. Range planning to maximize profits and provide a commercially viable range of merchandise at competitive prices. Regularly present seasonal range plans to the management team that reflects company goals and ambitions, in order to gain approval for the range. Source new and constantly re-evaluate, resource and review existing merchandise to ensure product remains as competitive as possible (wherever possible MW to be the cheapest on the high street). Select the type and quantity of product for the department given the budgeted OTB and place orders over 2 main seasons A/W and S/S. All orders to be signed off by Buying Director. Reports to be constructed and presented to senior management Keep up to date and are aware of market trends, react to changes in demand. Fully understand customer needs and demands (e.g. price, quality, availability). Colour planning for each season to be carried out with Buying Director and other Buyers. Manage a team of buyers and merchandisers to deliver consistent growth and like for like profit. Attend fit meetings with production coordinators, models and garment technicians, making suggestions on fit, styling, trims etc., as well as signing off samples.