Buyer

Position Summary

The Buyer is responsible for managing an assigned product category, including product sourcing, assortment planning, supplier negotiation, pricing, and commercial performance.

The role identifies and develops new products, brands, and business opportunities while maximizing sales across digital and other retail channels. The Buyer works closely with internal teams and external business partners to develop commercially attractive product assortments and support new product and brand initiatives.

Key responsibilities include developing seasonal merchandise plans, identifying key product drivers, analyzing relevant market and consumer trends, and selecting products that align with business objectives and customer demand.

The Buyer is expected to manage responsibilities independently, make sound commercial decisions, and proactively identify opportunities and potential risks.

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work independently and make appropriate commercial decisions
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
Ability to identify and respond quickly to business opportunities and risks
Strong execution and follow-through skills
Analytical ability to interpret data and translate findings into business decisions
Experience working with buying plans, sales forecasts, and product performance
Strong supplier negotiation skills
Ability to prepare effectively and present persuasive business proposals
Ability to adapt communication and negotiation style depending on the stakeholder
Strong presentation skills with the ability to clearly communicate recommendations and opinions
Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, email, and relevant business systems

Employee Benefits:
社会保険：健康保険、厚生年金、労災保険、雇用保険

その他福利厚生：企業型確定拠出年金制度、定期健康診断、慶弔見舞金、ケアファミリープログラム、社員割引制度、ベビーシッター派遣事業、永年勤続表彰、教育研修、資格取得支援制度、社内公募制度

受動喫煙防止措置：屋内原則禁煙（喫煙専用室設置あり

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent business experience.
Minimum 2 years business experience in a retail environment, preferably as a buyer or as a high potential in an assistant buyer function.
Good English skills oral and written preferred, not mandatory.
Mandatory for positions with global focus.
Strong category knowledge and passion for Product, Retail and Innovation.