Mens Buyer (Maternity Cover)

Job DescriptionAbout usDune London is the leading affordable luxury footwear and accessories brand in the UK, with broad distribution across both the UK and internationally. It has 50 stores in the UK and over 100 in 25 countries around the world. The company is entering a period of sustained growth both through additional stores, expansion of sales on its online channels and through third party partners both in the UK and globally. Celebrating its 30th anniversary the group has over the years built an enviable position as the specialist in quality fashion footwear and accessories which has given it a unique position at the high end of the high street.About the roleTo source, develop and buy a commercial, comprehensive and balanced range within the parameters of the business margin goals, price architecture and seasonal timing for our Mens Buying department. (1year FTC)BuyingDeliver a balanced commercial range, which reflects the integrity of the brand and delivers a continuous profit growthDevelops ranges, communicates and delivers to all critical paths across wider Men’s dept including Retail, Wholesale, Franchise, International across footwear and accessoriesMaximise commercial opportunities and minimise areas of risk by regularly reviewing performance and trends then reacting accordinglyPurchase agreed products/ranges, through a reliable and flexible supplier base ensuring price, quality and fashionability meet requirements and reinforce the brandDevelop the best commercial range for the target market, ensuring that the range is consistent with our brand and fulfils the needs of the customer, working closely with the design and development team and briefCommunicate and regularly update key depts across the business including VM, Marketing, Social & E-Comms and brings ideas to drive the Men’s business forwardsIdentify commercially viable products that support and maintain the integrity of the brandPro-actively identify possible areas of commercial risk and recommend, plan and implement appropriate action to minimise impactIdentify emerging trends quickly and react accordinglyThink imaginatively and generate new ideas to benefit the business.Management and CommunicationDevelop staff, encouraging them to learn and maximise their potential and achieve high levels of performance. Guide and motivate them through their competencies.Influences and communicates confidently and effectively across all areas of the business to build strong relationshipsAbility to plan and prioritise for all areas of the job role and all depts, organising resources effectively, implementing plans then continuously measuring and reviewing progressAbility to effectively negotiate with others in order to secure a mutually beneficial outcome, whilst maintaining integrity of the brand.The ability to learn quickly identify issues, focussing on solutions be being open-minded, thinking laterally, then generating options before making timely and relevant decisions.EXPERIENCE / SKILLS REQUIRED:Strong footwear background – Men’s experience essential.Influences and communicates confidently and effectively across the business to build strong relationshipsDisplay delegation skills, priorities within delegated tasks and manage deadlinesEnsure excellent communication and interaction with other departments within The Dune Group and understanding of their role within, bringing ideas and initiative to drive the Men’s business withinAbout the perksBlended working – spreading your time across our office and remote workingBrand new sustainable office in bustling West London (near Westfield)Friendly and open culture with flat structures allowing plenty of opportunity for development.Company growth and opportunity; Dune is opening new stores and channels and evolving all the timeOpen-minded company, welcoming thoughts and ideas to be sharedWorking with charitable organisations to help raise funds and give something back. Our current charity partner is Mental Health UK.60% employee discount on Dune products – what’s not to love!25 days holiday (plus the bank holidays)Cycle2work and season ticket loansCompany pension schemeLife assurance for all team membersWe look after our people3.00 p.m. finish every pay day Friday!Team socials and drinks – we like to have fun!Access to our employee assistance programme, retailTRUST, who provide loads of resources to support with wellbeing and personal development offer free counselling legal advice and financial guidance.Our own Wellbeing Allies – there to talk when you need them.What happens next?We will take a good look at your application and if we don’t feel we are right for you, we’ll make sure we let you know but sadly we are not able to give tailored feedback.If we are excited to find out more about you, we will give you a call and arrange to talk.A few things that might help:Research the brand, the role, your interviewer on LinkedIn; browse our website; and visit a store if you canMake sure you have plenty of examples to show off all your amazing skills and experience relevant to this role