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The Art Of Retail Buying: An Insider'S Guide To The Best Practices From The Industry-used
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Buying For Retail Is A Demanding And Challenging Job That Requiresa Creative Flair, A Strong Awareness Of Fashion Trends, Life Trendsas Well As Good Interpersonal And Team Working Skills. Buyers Andmerchandisers Have To Ensure That The Right Merchandise Is Beingsent To The Right Stores, At The Right Time, In The Rightquantities. This Takes A Blend Of Forward Planning And Rapidresponse To Consumer Demands. In Combination With The Other Areasof The Business, Success Comes From Maximizing Profit, Which Isachieved Through Anticipating Customer Needs And Responding Rapidlyto Immediate Issues. It Involves Complex Data Analysis, Liaisonwith The Stores Operation Teams And Balancing Store Stock Levels.To Succeed As A Professional Buyer, You Will Need Stronganalytical And Numerical Skills, An Interest And Understanding Ofconsumer Demands And Strong Commercial Awareness. You Also Need Tohave An Ability To Understand And Prioritize Issues Quickly Andefficiently. Progression Into The Merchandising Function Alsoinvolves The Ability To Manage Change. The Better Equipped You Arein Your Buying Function The Better You Will Be Able To Adapt Tothese Changes. The Best Change Of All Is To Graduate From A Goodbuyer To An Outstanding One!To Handle The Complexity Of Data And To Enable You To Contributeeffectively In The Critical Role Of A Buyer, You Need The Rightskillsets And A Right Mindset. Both Of Which Can Be Learned Inthe Art Of Retail Buying.This Easy To Read Guide Is Written In A Concise & Pictorialstyle With Colorful Images That Enables You To Follow Stepbystepeach Function Of A Buyer. The Art Of Retail Buyingwill Inspire You, Motivate You And Encourage You Towardsmerchandising Excellence!
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Art of Retail Buying'? A: The book primarily focuses on the essential skills and best practices needed for effective retail buying, emphasizing the importance of understanding consumer demands, data analysis, and teamwork.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Art of Retail Buying' is Marie-louise Jacobsen.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains a total of 405 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on January 1, 2008.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'The Art of Retail Buying' is bound in hardcover.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in retail buying? A: Yes, the book is designed to be easy to read and provides step-by-step guidance, making it suitable for beginners as well as those looking to improve their skills.
- Q: What topics are covered in 'The Art of Retail Buying'? A: The book covers topics such as consumer demand analysis, stock management, trend awareness, and strategies for maximizing profit in retail.
- Q: Can this book help with merchandising as well? A: Yes, the book also discusses the transition from buying to merchandising, providing insights on managing change and improving performance in both areas.
- Q: What makes this book stand out in the retail buying field? A: Its concise and pictorial style, along with colorful images, makes complex concepts easier to understand and follow, enhancing the learning experience.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition.