Assistant Buyer - Own Label (Apparel)

at  Harrods Careers

We’re seeking a dynamic individual to join our Harrods Own Label team in the Apparel division as an experienced Assistant Buyer.

ABOUT US

Harrods is one of the world’s leading luxury department stores and we’re becoming a destination for top designers, and the most sought-after brands from around the globe. Our combined mission is to make visiting our iconic Knightsbridge store one of the world’s most inspiring shopping experiences.

As our Assistant Buyer, you’ll be responsible for the critical path management for our Own Label Apparel range.
You will also be planning and selecting product according to customer demand, trends, budget, historical sales and divisional strategy. You will complete cross-channel brand research to stay up to date on the latest business news, carefully analysing what this means for your customers and products in return. You will also manage in-season trading, driving sales through stock management whilst continuously monitoring sales and negotiating re-orders, stock swaps and Return to Vendors (RTV’s) with vendors.

Your responsibilities will also include:

• Producing a weekly trade report.
• Updating monthly floor plans with brand moves and shop-fit changes.
• Conducting competitor shops and brand and industry research.
• Providing vendors with sell through reports to provide feedback on performance.
• Prepare agendas and materials for brand meetings and buying appointments.