OTB Group Assistant Buyer

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Location
MilanLombardyItaly
Seniority
Junior
Department
Merchandising, Buying & Planning
Industry
Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
Posted
May 13, 2026

About OTB Group

Marni is an Italian luxury fashion house known for its eclectic prints, artisanal craftsmanship and conceptual approach to womenswear and accessories. The brand operates within the OTB (Only The Brave) group, a multi-brand fashion holding company that supports creative-led maisons across global markets.

OTB / Marni — Assistant Buyer in Milan. Support assortment planning, purchase orders and vendor relations for Marni's seasonal collections.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support the buying team in assortment planning and seasonal range development for ready-to-wear and accessories.
  • Prepare and issue purchase orders, manage order confirmations and monitor delivery schedules to ensure collection timetables are met.
  • Maintain inventory controls and report on sell-through, stock positions and open-to-buy to inform buying decisions.
  • Collaborate with design, production and merchandising teams to translate creative direction into commercial assortments.
  • Analyse sales data, market trends and competitor activity to produce forecasts and recommend replenishment or markdown strategies.
  • Liaise with vendors and internal sourcing teams on lead times, quality issues and cost variances.
  • Coordinate sample requests, fittings and quality reviews during pre-production and production phases.
  • Support pricing, margin analysis and line plan reconciliation; prepare regular buying reports and presentations for stakeholders.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, Marketing or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 1–3 years of experience in fashion buying, merchandising or wholesale; luxury or premium brand experience preferred.
  • Strong numerical aptitude with experience producing forecasts, margin analysis and assortment plans.
  • Effective communicator with proven ability to liaise with designers, suppliers and commercial teams.
  • Organised, detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple seasonal deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Working knowledge of buying calendars, seasonal range development and retail KPIs.

Skills

Merchandise planning Assortment planning Purchase order management Inventory control and replenishment Sales and trend analysis Forecasting and open-to-buy Vendor management and negotiation Microsoft Excel (advanced) PLM systems ERP (e.g., SAP) Presentation skills (PowerPoint)

Experience

Typically requires 1–3 years of direct experience in buying, merchandising or wholesale within fashion; prior exposure to luxury or premium brands is highly desirable.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, Marketing or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Workplace

This position is based in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.

Culture

Marni cultivates a design-driven, collaborative workplace rooted in creativity and craftsmanship. Teams operate in an international, fast-paced environment where conceptual thinking is balanced by commercial discipline.

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