Buyer Accessories at Cosmos Sport S.A.

Heraklion, Region of Crete, Greece -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Buying, Market Research, Negotiation, Communication, Relationship Management, Commercial Acumen, Collaboration, Presentation Skills, Problem Solving, Sports Knowledge, Fashion Knowledge, Sales Strategy, Product Selection, Data Analysis, Stock Management, Trend Analysis

Industry

Sporting Goods Manufacturing

Description

Cosmos Sport SA, member of JD Sports Fashion Plc, founded in September of 1982. First store opened in Heraklion-Crete and since then the network expanded 95 further physical stores in Greece & Cyprus, 5 retail brands (JD Sports, Cosmos Sport, Sneaker10, Slamdunk, Rundome) 8 on-line shops and thousands of happy customers in Greece and Cyprus. Cosmos Sport is a constantly growing omnichannel company with a strong passion for sportswear, street style and limited items. Our team consists of 1700+ highly skilled, self-motivated young people, who love sports and have a passion for innovation! We are proud that Cosmossport.gr is now the No1 on-line store in the industry also selling abroad, having been awarded for 7 consecutive years as the best online sports shop in the country in e-volution Awards. We are excited being a preferred partner for global brands like Nike, Adidas, Reebok in the SEE. We are looking for a talented & passionate Buyer Accessories for the Commercial Department.The main Purposes of the role are to execute tactical buying within given thresholds following close cooperation with Merchandising team, to build a commercial and trend-led product range and deliver sales and profit targets through a cohesive product strategy. The role is based in our HQs in Kolonos, Athens or Heraklion, Crete. Key Responsibilities Organize the Category Buying Process and propose the annual buying budget according to the company business plan. Ensure sales and commercial targets are met, including net sales, gross profit, and stock health levels for assigned categories. Review, negotiate, and improve commercial agreement terms with all vendors. Conduct market research to identify new product trends and opportunities, optimizing the assortment based on operational and profit targets. Collaborate with the commercial operations team on scheduling shipments, planning stock levels per location, and managing replenishment processes. Develop a competitive promotion roadmap in collaboration with the marketing and digital departments, and create go-to-market training plans for all channels. Attend all appointments, participating in the selection and editing of products. Analyze and review previous week's sales with the merchandising department to propose and drive actions for the upcoming week. Conduct regular store visits to monitor product placement and gather feedback from store staff. Prepare and present performance reports in trade meetings. Act as the company's ambassador in all appointments with suppliers and attend all trade shows. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, or Information Technology-Master’s degree preferably in marketing or MBA will be considered as a plus Prior knowledge of wholesale or retail is preferred Strong interpersonal skills (e.g. communication, negotiation, relationship management) High degree of commercial and business acumen Ability to effectively collaborate within a cross-functional team Strong presentation and communication skills, written and verbal Solution oriented and open minded to new ways of working Ability to operate well in a fast-paced environment with high level of ambiguity. Fluent in English both written and orally is a must. Skills and abilities in other language are a plus Strong Computer skills incl. Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint Passion for Sports & Fashion Competitive compensation package & performance bonus Health & Life Insurance Program Career development opportunities & education programs Up to 75% discount at the European University of Cyprus (face-to-face or online attendance) Health & wellness programs to keep you active including gym memberships. One day off, part of our "parents’ day off" program Generous employee discount in all our brands (Cosmos Sport, Sneaker10, Slamdunk, Rundome, JD Sports stores) Easy access in a mental health platform Strong company cultures are fostered through corporate events and team-building retreats. Free confidential psychological support with a professional team Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of Cosmos Sport team means a lot to us! We offer a variety of 100+ cool extras! link here At Cosmos Sport, we are committed to providing a great place to work for all of our people, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientations, genders, or disability.

Responsibilities

The Buyer Accessories will organize the category buying process and ensure sales and commercial targets are met. This role involves collaborating with the merchandising team and vendors to optimize product assortment and drive sales performance.