Lead Buyer - 3rd Party Products (m/f/d)

Lead Buyer - 3rd Party Products (m/f/d)

Germany / Bayreuth

CYBEX is a company that puts tomorrow’s people at the heart of its brand. Always questioning the status quo and not afraid of challenging the establishment, CYBEX has become not just a leader in child safety but is seen as an innovative lifestyle and fashion brand for parents. We offer car seats, baby carriers, kids furniture and strollers enabling parents to keep their little ones safe in style. After growing rapidly in the last few years, we look for ambitious talent to contribute to CYBEX’s success story.

Your seat to fill:

• Define and execute the assortment strategy for third-party brands in line with overall brand positioning and business objectives. Build, manage, and continuously optimize the external brand portfolio, including identifying and onboarding new brand partners.
• Lead seasonal buying processes, including style selection, quantity planning, and size curve definition. Curate a balanced assortment of core products, key styles, and limited editions aligned with market demand.
• Own Open-to-Buy (OTB) planning and allocate budgets across categories, brands, and markets. Manage margins, inventory levels, and financial performance while driving forecasting and in-season trading decisions.
• Analyze sales performance, sell-through rates, margins, and stock levels. Identify risks and opportunities and implement corrective actions such as reorders, markdowns, or product exits.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brand partners and suppliers. Lead commercial negotiations covering pricing, margins, exclusivity, and delivery terms while ensuring high standards in quality and reliability.
• Market & Trend Analysis
• Monitor market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activities. Translate insights into actionable buying strategies and informed brand selection.
• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Retail, E-commerce, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to align on product launches, campaigns, merchandising, and inventory planning.
• Drive key brand launches, capsule collections, and exclusive collaborations to enhance brand perception and generate demand.
• Manage stock levels and implement strategies to minimize overstock and markdown risks while optimizing overall inventory performance.
• Undertake additional tasks as required by the supervisor that align with the nature of the role and evolving business needs.

Your stroll to CYBEX: 

• Strong commercial acumen combined with a deep understanding of consumer trends and brand positioning, with the ability to translate insights into a profitable and culturally relevant assortment
• Several years of experience in Buying, Merchandising, or Category Management, ideally within a multi-brand environment
• Strong analytical capabilities with a data-driven approach to decision-making
• Proven experience in budget management and commercial planning (e.g. OTB, margin control)Excellent negotiation skills and ability to manage internal and external stakeholders
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Commercial mindset with a track record of driving profitability and business growth
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, international environment
• Deep understanding of brands, market trends, and consumer behavior

CYBEX operates globally and has employees from copious nations. If you are keen to leave your footprint in a swiftly growing business that offers plenty of opportunities to grow both on a professional and individual level, you’ve come to the right place. You’ll have the chance to develop your personal profile in an international environment. As part of Goodbaby International Holdings Ltd., CYBEX is dedicated to creating an inclusive working environment that encompasses diversity and equal opportunities. At CYBEX, we place great importance on our values: Imagination, Belief, Passion, Strength, Respect, and Love. These values shape our company culture and drive us to develop innovative solutions and achieve exceptional results.