Footwear Buyer of the Year

Open to footwear buyers working for a retailer, brand or pureplay operating in the UK and/or Irish markets. Entrants will be required to attend an interview with the judging panel on XXX, when they will make a 10-minute presentation followed by a 5 minute Q&A  

Criteria against which you will be judged:

• Evidence of a strong buying strategy and plan for growth
• Clear understanding of the customer  
• Comprehensive market knowledge
• Innovative personality that does not follow the crowd
• Talent to spot new brands and take calculated risks
• Proven buying success resulting in increased sales  
• Great team player and staff developer  
• Passion for the role, the business and the industry
• How the individual has made an impact on the business