Buyer

Role Summary

ODEL PLC, a fully owned subsidiary of Softlogic Holdings PLC, is the Premier Fashion and Lifestyle department store chain in Sri Lanka. With over 34 years of expertise in fashion retail, the company revolves around a simple yet winning philosophy: a relentless pursuit for the highest quality of curated products and services from across the globe, coupled with a super heart-warming customer service that ensures a uniquely memorable shopping experience to the customer.

Job Description

• Manage the buying process, including building assortments based on historical and current product performance, analyzing business, and managing inventory flow
• Identifying key trends in the market world and translating trends ID our target customer
• Initiate and generate business analysis ID track selling and maximize opportunities ID achieve continued growth and profitability
• Manage pricing decisions and setting the retail prices ID achieve competitive position
• Inventory management with regular replenishments, consolidations, and timely mark downs/promotions on the inventory ID clear the aged items
• Working closely with multiple stake holders ID support the business operation
• Establish strong relationships with vendors/suppliers focusing on vendor management
• Driving the category taking the ownership from the point of obtaining funds, product selection, ordering, in-housing, and aftersales
• Visiting retail locations ID generate insights and strategies ID
• Improve the overall business performance

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management / Fashion Designing / Merchandising or Supply Chain
• Minimum 1-2 years experience
• Analytical skills
• Advance knowledge in MS office
• Creative and attention ID detail
• Good communication skills