FERRAGAMO · 6 hours ago
Temporary Buyer
Ferragamo is a renowned luxury fashion brand committed to innovation and sustainability. They are seeking a Temporary Buyer to support the Merchandising team during the Senior Director’s maternity leave, focusing on Men’s Shoes and Leather goods by analyzing sales, managing inventory, and executing brand-aligned initiatives.
Textiles
Responsibilities
Execute buying strategies in line with brand positioning, seasonal direction, and financial/open-to-buy (OTB) targets
Analyze weekly stock-to-sales performance and sell-through to optimize inventory and respond to market trends
Prepare ad hoc business recaps for senior management and HQ, and support seasonal buy preparation prior to market
Assist with stock program activities, including seasonal budgeting and monthly sales forecast/TSL management, to ensure effective replenishment
Collaborate cross-functionally with Planning, Retail/E-commerce, Marketing/Communications, Wholesale and HQ teams
Develop product knowledge training materials and deliver seasonal presentations for store teams
Quickly adapt to existing processes, systems, and team workflows to maintain operational efficiency
Qualification
Required
Proven experience as a Buyer or Associate Buyer
Solid understanding of the end-to-end buying process, including open-to-buy, assortment planning, and inventory management
Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel proficiency
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and sound decision-making abilities
Effective communication and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Collaborative team player who works effectively across departments
Ability to start immediately and commit to a fixed-term assignment (January – July 2026)
Preferred
Experience in luxury retail and merchandise planning is a plus
Experience with relevant buying systems is an advantage (e.g., SAP, EBI, RIO, NOE)
Company
FERRAGAMO
Salvatore Ferragamo S.p.A.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2011-07-08IPO
Leadership Team
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