With the Buying Manager (BM) set the yearly buying budgets for all assigned categories. Develop the overall strategy and merchandise direction for Boys, BRU & R Zone in support of the total company direction.
Direct buyers to develop assortments that support the needs of the customer and the financial objectives of the Boys, BRU and R Zone categories. Work with the buyers to strengthen market relationships and knowledge of market trend, competitor?s strengths, and weaknesses.
Ensure that pricing, promotional strategies, and marketing support the financial objectives of the Boys, BRU and R Zone categories.
Work with the Operations Manager, Visual Merchandising Manager & Logistics Manager to develop by-store assortment plans that support overall strategy of in-stock positioning for key merchandise categories, classifications, items, and vendors,
Work with internal teams (Marketing Manager/ Visual Merchandising Manager/ Store Manager/ Accounts Department), supporting services (Warehouse, Logistics) to promote timely communication and cooperation between stores and resources on various business activities/developments (promotions, sale planning and store openings)
