Buyer - 13 month FTC

Launched in 2009, THE OUTNET has since established itself as the benchmark of luxury discount shopping, offering over 350 designer fashion brands at exceptional prices of up to 70% off.  

Strong relationships with leading luxury brands elevate THE OUTNET, with a dedicated buying team in London purchasing over 90% of stock direct. THE OUTNET is renowned for high-end designer collaborations, offering unique prior seasons collections for its discerning global customers.  

THE OUTNET caters to a global audience with a local and tailored approach, offering local language sites in the Middle East and Japan and native checkout for all markets. With a focus on exceptional customer service, THE OUTNET offers a seamless shopping experience across mobile, tablet and desktop, inspiring editorial content, express worldwide shipping to over 100 countries and customer care services in 11 languages, available 24/7, 365 days a year. THE OUTNET is part of YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP. 

THE OUTNET are now seeking a talented Buyer to join the team. Some of the essentials for you to know are: 

Location: London Westfield

Reporting into: Senior Buyer

Direct reports: 3

Besides a competitive salary, we can offer you:  

• Performance bonus schemes dependant on the type of role you are in  
• A pension that both you and the company contribute too   

• A portal with an array of discounts on things like theme park and cinema tickets  
• Our famous staff discount along with exclusive staff sales  
• Private healthcare for you and your family  
• Flexible working  
• A chance to be part of a fun and caring team that support each other   

Here is a breakdown of what you’ll be doing:  

• Responsible for the buy budget and buy strategy for the department 

• Responsible for negotiation of terms, conditions and deliveries to ensure consistent and flow of stock to maximize sales and margin   
• Managing and flexing OTB within Brands to hit the quarterly targets but remaining opportunistic and driving the best possible return for the OTB 
• Proactive continuous global product sourcing in an opportunistic environment, developing existing relationships and fostering new relationships, including international travel 
• Identifies new brand and product opportunities, implementing strategies to increase the buy and secure new brands  

• Maintain and develop best position with vendors to insure we are the exclusive or first point of call for any off price activity 
• Analyse weekly reports and work with Merchandiser to review risks and maximise opportunities     

• Up to date competitor knowledge within both off price and full price to ensure The Outnet is the premier off price destination 
• Using strong knowledge of luxury RTW and Accessory market to source and recommend appropriate new brands 
• Feeding upload and buy strategies internally to all relevant teams, including Marketing, Upload and Editorial  
• Management and development of Junior Buyer, Assistant Buyer and Buyers Assistant 
• Managing Merchandise Operations Coordinator, chasing deliveries and overseeing intake of stock to distribution centre 

• Feedback on department to Head of Buying and Buying Manager

The type of person we are looking for:  

• Significant commercial experience gained in a Buying role  

• Extensive relevant experience in luxury fashion retailing within a multi-brand environment 
• Extensive Footwear Buying experience 
• Entrepreneurial spirit with the creative flair to drive a business forward  
• Proven commercial experience of trading in a fast paced and reactive environment 
• Proven track record of creating positive impact on business through buying strategy 

• Good judgement and decision making skills with confidence in suggesting calculated risks.  
• Off price experience not necessary but must demonstrate an enthusiasm and interest in off-price 
• Experience in managing individuals or a small team 
• A proven track record of networking, negotiation skills 
• Highly numerate with strong analytical skills 

• Excellent communication skills 
• Extremely well-organised, methodical and efficient with the ability to self-motivate and drive initiative 
• Our values; we lead with joy, are responsive and resourceful, drive connections and community, show consideration with each other 

YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP is an equal opportunities employer, we encourage people with a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. We recognize and celebrate the benefits that diversity brings to our workplace, our business and our customers. We welcome and will consider all applications regardless of race and nationality, religion, color, sex, pregnancy or related medical conditions, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. If you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please do not hesitate to advise us accordingly.Experience Level: Mid-Senior levelWorkplace Type: Hybrid