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How to become a
Fashion Buyer
Who is the Fashion Buyer?
Fashion Buyers are fashion professionals in charge of the purchasing side of a business.
This is a key and crucial figure, having the task of managing the purchase of a series of products, taking into account fundamental elements such as trends, the target market and possible business aspects which may arise from this activity.
Aware of the fashion industry’s different phases, this figure is able to understand the concept of brand identity, recognise trends and has technical skills in textiles, prototyping and developing a collection, in addition to a solid marketing background.
What does a Fashion Buyer do?
Fashion Buyers manage purchases for a company’s physical and/or online stores, considering the company’s identity, market analysis and a specific target group.
In addition, they are in charge of moderating the purchasing activities and consequently also the relations with the various suppliers.
These are professionals with a deep knowledge of the fashion system, who must keep updated on all the processes belonging to this industry, not only from the point of view of the product, but also of the different means of use recently developed (e-shop, social media etc.).
What skills should a Fashion Buyer have?
- Ability to work in a team
- Knowledge of the fashion system and its culture
- Specific knowledge of marketing and product sales
- Knowing and managing the logic of merchandising
- Trend research and development ability
- Connecting experimentation with market demands
How to become a Fashion Buyer?
You can become a Fashion Buyer through a university degree or a first level and second level academic diploma.
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- Fashion Design (Bachelor of Arts)
- Fashion Design (Master of Arts)