Senior Buyer (m/f/d)

About Our Client

The smatch team has set out to change the course of the retail industry by finding smarter, more sustainable ways to deal with excess stock: Their private, asset-light B2B marketplace for stock connects retailers and brands who want to discreetly switch channels of commerce partners. smatch’s DNA is a combination of tech, sustainability, and retail: they leverage real-time deep data insights with deep retail expertise to offer a new way to manage excess stock instead of destroying it.

The founders have deep retail and growth experience, led a multi-billion dollar IPO and a successful startup exit. With previous careers at leading strategy consulting firms, our founders have a strong background in building and commercialising and are looking for you as the skilled colleague for outstanding operations.

About The Role

This Senior Buyer role is key to driving smatch’s expansion in the European fashion market. Focused on sourcing high-quality inventory at competitive prices, the role will build supplier relationships, negotiate deals, and lead a team. This position is vital for establishing a strong supply base and growing smatch’s market presence. The Senior Buyer will report directly to the founders of smatch.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and secure diverse supply channels, including brands, distributors, and retailers.
• Build and leverage personal networks to expand smatch’s sourcing options.
• Establish and manage business relationships, ensuring consistent quarterly deals.
• Act as senior contact for purchasing, managing supplier negotiations and decisions.
• Oversee budgets to optimize purchasing prices and profitability.
• Apply expertise in (off-price) fashion, footwear, and textiles to guide procurement strategy. Possess a comprehensive understanding of merchandise and category management across various product types.
• Lead and mentor junior buyers as the team grows.
• Maintain strong, loyal relationships with brand representatives and partners.
  
  

About You

• Extensive experience in buying, specifically within the off-price apparel, footwear, and accessories industry.
• Strong network within the industry and familiarity with alternative sourcing channels.
• Proven ability to negotiate effectively and close deals.
• Proficiency in category management and merchandise management.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Willingness to travel for meetings with brands and suppliers.
• Fluency in German and English is required; Italian or French is a plus.
• Based in Hamburg or elsewhere in Germany, with monthly visits to the office in Hamburg
  
  

What’s in it for you

• Competitive Salary: Receive a competitive salary package appreciating your impact at smatch with the benefit of overproportionally participating in the future value development
• Dynamic Team Environment: Join a cross-functional, international, and diverse team. Participate in a variety of our monthly fun events, creating an enjoyable and connected workplace culture.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: Benefit from an annual personal development budget and from the hyper-growth trajectory, also regarding personal learning and increasing responsibility.
• Generous Vacation Package: Enjoy 27 vacation days annually, with an extra day for each year of service, up to 30 days, ensuring a strong work-life balance.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Take advantage of flexible home office options and working hours that fit your lifestyle and personal needs.
• Active Lifestyle Benefits: Stay active and healthy with our partnership with UrbanSportsClub, offering a reduced rate for a variety of sports.
  
  

Join them in rebuilding B2B retail and ending waste!

Did you know that 20% of all produced clothes are never worn? Become part of the smatch team to address this major ecological issue of excess stock mismanagement and change the course of the retail industry with us! By joining our B2B Retail Marketplace team as a Senior Buyer you will create a real and lasting impact for the environment while working hand-in-hand with the founders to unlock the $3tr retail excess stock market and experience a scaling venture from day 1!