Purchasing Manager

at  Lapicida

JOB OVERVIEW

To assist the Managing Director maximize the profitability of each product sector by controlling stock levels, intake and category margins, thereby optimizing sales potential across all channels including showrooms, stores, concessions and third party partners. To seek every opportunity to optimize sales, margin and inventory performance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Interpreting results and providing sound recommendations to executive team to protect/maximize profit.
· Work closely with logistics/distribution teams to manage stock mix and inventory during peak trade periods
· Delivery of business KPIs.
· Managing relationships with third party partners ensuring product ranges are maximised, reviewed and refreshed on a seasonal basis if required
· Coordinating stock requirements for all marketing initiatives and new collection launches
· Leading and developing the merchandising team to ensure implementation and adherence to best practice and company standards