Director Of Buying

Perry Ellis International

Miami, United States
Not specified; benefits: premium medical, dental, ...
On-site
7+ years buying experience in retail
Expert-level microsoft excel and retail math
Proven open-to-buy and margin plan management
The Director of Buying serves as a strategic leader and working manager responsible for the total lifecycle of the product assortment from high-level strategy to hands-on execution

Job Summary

  • The Director of Buying serves as a strategic leader and working manager responsible for the total lifecycle of the product assortment from high-level strategy to hands-on execution.
  • This role requires deep financial mastery, including managing Open-to-Buy plans, margin targets, and complex inventory turns to exceed sales goals.
  • Candidates will enjoy comprehensive health benefits, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, generous paid time off, and exclusive associate clothing discounts.

Matching Summary

The Director of Buying serves as a strategic leader and working manager responsible for the total lifecycle of the product assortment from high-level strategy to hands-on execution.

Salary

Not specified; Benefits: Premium Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) match, PTO, Tuition Reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years buying experience in retail
  • Expert-level Microsoft Excel and retail math
  • Proven Open-to-Buy and margin plan management
  • Experience managing brick-and-mortar and e-commerce
  • Ability to lead team while handling personal buys

Nice-to-have

  • Strong competitive analysis and market research skills
  • Excellent communication with C-suite executives
  • Deep knowledge of apparel product development process
  • Highly organized time-management capabilities
  • Results-driven proactive problem-solving attitude

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business or Fashion Merchandising
  • 7+ years of proven buying experience in leadership roles
  • Expert proficiency in retail math and financial forecasting

Work Rights

Not specified

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