Senior Buyer Menswear - Private Label (m/f/d) at ABOUT YOU GmbH

Berlin, , Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Collection Planning, Product Development, Buying, Production Oversight, Quality Control, Supplier Negotiation, Market Trend Monitoring, KPI Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Commercial Awareness, Trend Spotting, Pricing Strategies, Sourcing, Lead Times Management, Communication, Fast-Paced Environment

Industry

Internet Marketplace Platforms

Description

Job Description We are launching a new menswear private label brand, built from the ground up with a strong focus on identity, market relevance, and long-term growth. As part of this exciting phase, we are building a new, dedicated team to shape and develop the brand from the very beginning. From concept to launch, we are defining every aspect of the collection and placing a strong emphasis on branding and a clear, consistent product vision. As a Senior Buyer (m/f/d) in our Private Label division, you will play a key role in building and developing our menswear collections with a strong commercial and trend-driven mindset. Responsibilities: Plan and develop seasonal collections, ensuring alignment with overall brand strategy Drive the end-to-end product development process, from initial concept and design to final delivery Oversee buying, production, and quality control processes in coordination with cross-functional stakeholders Lead negotiations with international suppliers on pricing, product specifications, quality standards, lead times, and delivery terms Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer demand to identify new product opportunities Analyze product performance, KPIs, and sales data to optimize assortment and drive continuous growth Manage timelines and critical paths to guarantee on-time product launches Requirements: Degree in Business Administration, Textile Management, or a related field Minimum of 6+ years experience in private label buying, preferably within menswear Strong background in fast fashion, young fashion, or commercially driven fashion brands In-depth knowledge of fabrics, materials, sourcing, production processes, and lead times Strong commercial awareness with a keen eye for trends, pricing strategies, and market positioning Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with a hands-on mindset Fluent in English; German and additional languages are a plus Benefits Hybrid working model & flexible working hours Modern & dog-friendly office in the city centre with a variety of food options for lunch breaks Fresh fruit, vegetables & drinks in the office Exclusive employee discounts for our online shop Subsidised EGYM Wellpass membership & discounted gym memberships Growth and development opportunities through our AY Academy (including language courses, health & wellbeing, Meet the Teams) Company pension plan Mobility allowance and monthly allowance for Swapfiets YOU ARE THE CORE OF ABOUT YOU We take responsibility for creating an inclusive and exceptional environment where all genders, nationalities and ethnicities feel welcomed and accepted exactly as they are. We believe that a diverse workforce essentially contributes to the ABOUT YOU culture. In order to maintain talent and diversity, we emphasize the care for physical health, mental health and overall well-being. Our values and work ethics essentially contribute to our brand mission: empower acceptance and shape an inclusive, fair and circular fashion culture. We look forward to receiving your application - preferably online via our application portal. This way we can guarantee a faster process and it is also very easy for you to upload your application documents! :-) Work Model: Hybrid (Onsite Tuesday–Thursday) Level: Berufserfahrene Responsible Recruiter : Theresa Kuhn Location : Berlin, Germany

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Responsibilities

The Senior Buyer will be responsible for planning and developing seasonal menswear collections aligned with brand strategy, driving the entire product development process from concept to delivery. This includes overseeing buying, production, quality control, and leading negotiations with international suppliers.