RK Group - Buyer & Planner

Buying & Assortment Planning:
- Develop seasonal buying plans for apparel and footwear categories aligned to brand strategy.
- OTB Planning and Execution for the Season & Placement of Orders with Brand
- Curate product assortments balancing performance, lifestyle, and trend-driven styles.
- Review upcoming brand collections and secure key styles for the market.
Vendor & Brand Management:
- Maintain and grow relationships with global brand partners.
- Negotiate order quantities, pricing, and delivery timelines.

- Participate in seasonal line reviews, brand meetings, and product presentations.
Inventory & Demand Planning:
- Monitor stock levels to minimise overstock and stockouts.
- Track sell-through rates and manage replenishment orders proactively.
- Pricing for BAU & EOSS
- Ensure key products and sizes are available during peak selling periods.
Sales & Performance Analysis:
- Analyse sales data by SKU, division, and channel to guide buying decisions.
- Active Tracking of Best Sellers, Product Franchisee and Promotional Events.
- Adjust assortments and promotions based on ongoing performance insights.
Merchandising & Product Launches:
- Coordinate with marketing, channel, and brand teams to support product launches.
- Ensure correct pricing, placement, and merchandising across e-commerce platforms.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Liaise with supply chain and logistics to ensure on-time product delivery.
- Align purchasing plans with finance and planning teams within approved budgets.
- Gather customer and market insights from channel and e-commerce partners.