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Carter Murray is a specialist recruitment consultancy specializing in the placement of marketing professionals into professional services firms, the financial services sector, multi-national corporations and global brands from our offices in London.

Responsibilities:

Drive the creative direction and source new brands and products whilst negotiating the best terms.

Manage the performance of womenswear contemporary and work cross functionally to drive sales and maximize profitability through leading your team.

Partnering with the merchandise team, you will plan the OTB and monitor and review in the season, taking action where necessary.

Prior to opening you will be responsible for developing relationships and secure suitable brands in line with the overall brand strategy

Post opening you will be responsible for managing existing brands and concessions through regular meetings with the concession and floor managers to analyze performance

Work closely with Retail Operations, Marketing, and PR and will maximize promotional opportunities during negotiations with suppliers.

Skills:

At least 1-3 years' experience buying womenswear contemporary brands

Managerial experience is a must

Strategic with a solid understanding of the product and market

Strong negotiator and have the ability to influence and motivate a team

Creative, innovative and highly commercial approach

Ability to work within a multicultural team

Willingness to relocate and live in Doha

Open to international travel to attend seasonal buying trip