In 1981, GUESS sold its very first pair of jeans to Bloomingdale's department store. Since then, GUESS has grown, becoming one of today's most recognized and influential apparel brands in the world.

The continued dedication and commitment of our employees is the driving force of GUESS. Our talented professionals focus on leading the company with their vision of success. Join the team at GUESS Europe and bring your vision to life.

GUESS Europe is seeking eager, passionate individuals to uphold our commitment to the spirit of the GUESS family of brands including GUESS, Marciano, GUESS Factory.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Reporting directly to the Retail Buying Director, the Retail Buyer  is responsible for all the buying activities for the Guess Europe property stores and for the buy balance and meeting the intake margin target.

He/she will also be responsible for the developing product assortments by using market trend analysis information. He/she will monitor and manage sales and margins.

CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Product

• Keep updated on market knowledge of GUESS brand and its competitors
• Immerse yourself in Fashion knowledge at designer level
• Selection of product assortment for the Retail Stores
• Buying Speed to market items to keep on top of trends

Range building

• Ensure optimal choice for the customer in each store cluster based on lessons learned and predicted trends
• Ensure that the offer is balanced across lines, by style, color, fabric etc. for optimal “outfit building” to aid product presentation in store as well as increase UPT (unit per transaction) potential
• Determine ranking of all styles, predicted best sellers, NOS (never out of stock) and fashion “must haves” for correct quantification of the buy
• Regular review of SKU sales performance to propose commitment adjustments, rebuys and cancellations. Regular monitoring of intake of stock. Weekly update communication to the team
• Trial new concepts on a regular basis to improve the Brand

Supply management

• Work with divisions, North America and outside vendors to create the best ranges
• Work in line with the department critical paths and sign offs
• Professional and clear communication with all cross functions including Merchants and Visual to ensure input to the buy

Trading

• Monthly allocation meeting to give insight into direction of following assortment and to improve alternatives when product is no longer available
• Feedback on sales trends in Retail (best & worst sellers) to Wholesale teams
• Buy back into opportunities and manage risk
• Approval of markdowns for sale periods 

• At least 5/7 years of experience in a similar role
• Highly trend focused solid background and understanding of the product
• Highly motivated, able to work independently, very flexible when priorities change, problem solving abilities, organized, detail oriented, able to work in a fast paced environment
• Fashionable and Creative
• Analytical and Inquisitive
• Language skills: very good knowledge of English. Any other European language will be considered as a plus
• Good knowledge of computer skills: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint are mandatories