About Alpargatas:
Alpargatas represents a powerhouse of hyper-connected and iconic brands. The company vision focuses on becoming increasingly global through major investments in digital, innovation and sustainability. Alpargatas is the largest footwear company in Latin America including brands: Havaianas and Osklen. Havaianas is the largest brand in the portfolio producing nearly 250 million pairs a year making it the largest flip flop brand globally. Osklen is a surf luxury brand from Rio de Janeiro and is one of the most sustainable apparel companies in the world.
About Havaianas:
Havaianas is the largest brand of flip flops in the world and is increasing the product offering in apparel, accessories and new styles of footwear. The iconic design of its classic flip flop has been unchanged for 60 years and represents the most timeless design in open toe footwear. The brand is geared for growth in the US with 10+ stores, Havaianas.com, and surf specialty, apparel specialty, and presence in major department stores. Alpargatas is making significant investments in the NA&C operation to ensure Havaianas will take a leadership position in the market in the coming years.
Purpose of the Role:
Initiate analysis and develop financial strategy for a rapidly growing E- Commerce business. This individual will partner with the Director of E-Commerce to identify opportunities, develop and execute strategies to build strong assortments that will achieve/surpass e-commerce financial objectives. Our Buyer will analyze seasonal merchandise assortments and develop merchandising strategies to drive sales and maximize profitability. Strong analytical skills, creative problem solving skills and ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment are a must.
Purchase:
- Purchase product for Havaianas.com.
- Manage product availability of warehouse 01E for the e-commerce business, including track inbounds to update
- Provide product updates to e-commerce team including signaling availability of new collections
- Stock management of the retail warehouse making transfer recommendations when needed
- Analysis reports for:
- Sales analysis
- Product substitutions
- Target Performance to Goals
- Category Performance
Assortment:
- Create product assortments by site category
- Allocate product inventory to Ecommerce in order management tool within systems
- Manage stock to avoid lack of stock.
- Work with Ops to ensure delivery of inventory is on time
Systems and Reporting:
- Provide reports on product performance by SKU by channel
- Provide performance reports
Capabilities (Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities including Technical Requirements):
- University degree
- Expert in Office Package and SAP or similar.
- At least 3 years professional experience in a similar post.
- Accustomed to working in a multinational environment and reporting to various departments and areas.
Talents:
- Computer Literate – Advanced Excel Skills
- Strong analytical and creative problem solving skills
- Ability to thrive in entrepreneurial environment
- E-commerce background preferred but not required
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet strict deadlines with an analytical approach
- High level of autonomy and responsibility
- Flexibility
- Team-oriented