CHARLES & KEITH(EAST ASTA)LTMITED

<p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>We are seeking a highly analytical and deeply passionate shoes buyer to join our dynamic merchandising team. This role is pivotal in shaping the product assortment that defines the Charles & Keith brand. The ideal candidate possesses an impeccable sense of style, a commercial mindset, and a data-driven approach to curating a range of footwear that drives sales and enhances brand identity.</p><p></p><p><strong>Job Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Strategy & Planning:</strong> Develop and execute seasonal & repeat buying strategy for shoes aligned with the company’s financial goals (Open-to-Buy), brand identity and market trends.</li><li><strong>Market Analysis:</strong> Conduct constant market research and analyze competitor activity to identify new trends and brands.</li><li><strong>Data-Driven Decisions:</strong> Analyze historical sales data and current selling reports to make informed buying, allocation, replenishment, and markdown decisions. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) like sell-through rate and weeks of supply.</li><li><strong>Cross-Functional Collaboration:</strong> Work closely with Global merchandising team, visual merchandising team and logistics team to ensure a cohesive strategy for product launches, promotions, and in-store presentation.</li><li><strong>Inventory Management:</strong> Manage inventory levels to minimize stockouts and excess inventory, ensuring optimal product availability. Support execution of in-season activities which include repeat orders, markdowns & consolidation.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirement</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Fashion merchandising, Business, or a related field.</li><li>5+ years of experience in a buying role, preferably within footwear or ready-to-wear, proven experience in handling products with a wide array of sizes.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft excel for data analysis and PowerPoint for presentation.</li><li>Strong communication & interpersonal skills</li><li>Fluent in spoken and written English and Cantonese</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Note: </strong>The job title will be Merchandise Planner based on the company's internal team structure.</p>