Senior Fashion Buyer - santander
7 days ago
Santander
We are a fashion retail group based in Dubai that wants to expand internationally! We need strong designers who can bring their international experience to build tons of new things (trends, collections, processes, AI tools...)! If you are curious to know more, Joanne, Michael or Anne-Christelle can have a quick chat with you. Hablamos español! We are a fashion retail group that started as a denim specialist in 1988 and has grown into a leading regional fast-fashion retailer with over 600 stores, a strong online presence, more than 7,000 employees, and close to 1 billion USD in revenue. We bring style and value to millions of customers, offering clothing, footwear, and accessories for women, men, and children, while expanding into new product lines such as home and beauty. We believe fashion should be inspiring, accessible, and constantly evolving. Now entering a bold new phase of international growth from our global headquarters in Dubai, UAE, we are looking to strengthen our product development and buying teams with world-class talent. Our vision is to merge decades of retail expertise with cutting-edge technology — building advanced omnichannel systems, driving operational excellence, and leveraging AI-powered innovation to redefine the fast-fashion landscape. We move fast, adapt boldly, and care deeply about making everyday fashion beautiful and attainable for millions. We are currently looking for Senior Buyers across multiple categories who will take ownership of key product areas including Men, Women, Kids, Accessories, Beauty, Footwear, and Home Decoration. This role involves building and managing product assortments across a wide range of collections. The buyer will work closely with designers and suppliers to identify trends, select products, and develop commercially successful collections within a fast-fashion environment. The position requires strong market awareness, supplier management skills, and the ability to build balanced assortments that combine trend relevance, product creativity, and commercial performance. Key Responsibilities • Build and manage product assortments for the assigned category, ensuring a strong balance between trend relevance, commercial performance, and price positioning., • Define seasonal buying strategies based on market trends, historical sales data, and customer demand., • Select products and develop collections in close collaboration with design teams and suppliers., • Travel to suppliers and sourcing markets to review samples, identify new product opportunities, and develop exclusive items., • Negotiate prices, quantities, and commercial conditions with suppliers to meet margin and cost targets., • Monitor product performance and react quickly to sales trends, adjusting orders and product mix when needed., • Work closely with merchandising and planning teams to optimize stock levels and product availability across stores and channels., • Analyze competitor assortments and market trends to ensure the brand remains competitive and relevant., • Manage the product development calendar to ensure collections are delivered on time and aligned with business priorities., • Contribute to the continuous evolution of the category by identifying new product ideas, materials, and suppliers. Profile Requirements • Proven experience as a Buyer or Product Manager within a fast-paced retail or fashion environment., • Experience working with seasonal collections and managing product assortments across multiple categories or product lines., • Strong understanding of market trends, customer preferences, and the competitive landscape., • Experience working directly with suppliers, including product selection, development follow-up, and commercial negotiations., • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret sales data and translate insights into buying decisions., • Ability to work in a fast-moving environment and react quickly to market changes and product performance., • Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with design, merchandising, planning, and sourcing teams., • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple collections and deadlines simultaneously., • Good communication and negotiation skills., • Fluency in English required; additional languages are a plus.
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