Senior Buyer Wholesale (all genders) at ABOUT YOU SE & Co. KG

Hamburg, , Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Purchasing, Budget Management, KPI Management, Supplier Negotiation, Market Trend Analysis, Category Management, Analytical Thinking, Numerical Skills, Communication, Assertiveness, Fashion Trend Analysis, English Fluency

Industry

Internet Marketplace Platforms

Description

Company Description ABOUT YOU is one of Europe’s fastest growing e-commerce companies. Based in Hamburg and Berlin, we operate at the intersection of fashion and technology. Our mission is to rethink online shopping and make it personal and seamless. This takes more than good ideas. It takes people who take initiative and challenge the status quo. We believe in flat hierarchies, direct communication, and pragmatic decisions. No long approval chains. Just ownership, trust, and clear responsibility. We work hard, but we also believe in enjoying the ride together - over team lunches, afterwork drinks, company events, or a quick coffee in between meetings. If this sounds like you, ABOUT YOU could be the right place to bring in your perspective. Job Description Curate the perfect product mix: Independently purchase exciting new products from external brands, strategically managing the purchasing budget and key performance indicators (KPIs) to maximize impact Shape the future of our assortment: Collaborate closely with the Head of Buying or Teamlead Buying to develop and optimize the product range, ensuring it reflects current trends and meets our customer's evolving needs. Your insights will directly influence what appears on our platform Master the art of negotiation: Lead and participate in negotiations with suppliers, securing the best possible terms and conditions to drive profitability and ensure a competitive edge Stay ahead of the curve: Continuously monitor the competitive landscape and evolving market trends, identifying opportunities to enhance our product offering and stay ahead of the competition Teamwork makes the dream work: Partner closely with the Merchandise Management and planning team, ensuring seamless coordination and communication to optimize the entire product journey, from selection to delivery Own your category: Take ownership of a specific product category, becoming the go-to expert and driving its success through strategic purchasing decisions and supplier relationship management Qualifications Degree in economics or textile management At least four years of professional experience in independent buying of fashion wholesale brands Strong analytical thinking and numerical skills Several years of negotiating experience Strong communication skills and assertiveness Structured approach to work and reliability Distinct sense of trends and understanding of fashion Hands-on mentality Business fluent in written and spoken English Additional Information Your perks at a glance: Visit our benefits page. Simply apply online via our career page - we will get back to you as soon as possible! A Place Where You Can Be You We take it as our responsibility to create an environment where everyone feels welcome, exactly as they are. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger and shape our culture in ways that matter. What we stand for internally, we stand for as a brand: acceptance, inclusion, and a fairer approach to fashion.

Responsibilities

The role involves independently purchasing products from external brands and managing budgets and KPIs to optimize the product mix. The Senior Buyer will lead supplier negotiations and collaborate with merchandise management to drive category success.