Public summary
A fast-growing e-commerce company in Hamburg and Berlin is seeking a Buyer for Exclusive Collections (Private Label). The role involves planning and developing seasonal collections in collaboration with management and brand teams, overseeing product development, production, and quality control processes, negotiating with international suppliers, analyzing product performance, and guiding a small buying team. Candidates should have at least 5 years of private label buying experience in fast or commercial fashion, strong knowledge of fabrics and trends, and excellent communication and negotiation skills. English fluency is required; German proficiency is not specified.
Responsibilities
Plan and develop seasonal collections with management and brand building teams; drive end-to-end product development and design alongside fashion influencers; oversee buying, production, and quality control; lead supplier negotiations on pricing, quality standards, timelines, and deliveries; analyze product performance to identify improvement opportunities; ensure smooth workflows and optimize processes; provide professional guidance to a small buying team.
Qualifications
Degree in business administration, textile management, or related field; minimum 5 years’ experience in private label buying; background in fast fashion, young fashion, or commercial fashion brands; strong knowledge of fabrics, materials, production quantities; excellent understanding of trends, competition, pricing strategies; strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills; fluent in English.