Job Description

Assistant Buyer
Our Childrenswear team are now looking for a passionate Assistant Buyer to join their Childrenswear category here at Harrods.
About the Role
This dynamic role offers a chance to work at the forefront of the luxury market, contributing to the success of our store and online platform.
You will be responsible for:

• Assisting the Buyer in implementing the department's strategy to achieve commercial targets.
• Research trends and customer demand to select and plan product ranges across all channels.
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors, ensuring strong partnerships and optimal product performance.
• Manage in-season trading through stock management, analysing sales data, and negotiating re-orders or stock swaps.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (PR, Marketing, Online Trading, and Visual Merchandising) to drive product launches and exclusive offerings.
• Produce and analyse performance reports, floor plans, and weekly trade updates to optimize sales.
• Handle administrative tasks and serve as a key contact for Concession Brand Managers.

Depending on your role, you may be fully on-site or have a mix of on-site and home working this is what we refer to as xe2x80x98Hybrid. Our hybrid working policy allows colleagues to work from home for part of the week, with a minimum of three days on-site, depending on business needs.
Please see our policy on our Career Site for more information or speak to a member of our Talent Acquisition team if you have any questions regarding the requirements for this role.
About You
You will be a talented professional with previous experience in buying, ideally within the luxury retail sector. Youll also possess strong numeracy and analytical skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel to manage data effectively. Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities are essential, enabling seamless collaboration with internal teams and external vendors while driving commercial success.
You will also:

• Be a creative thinker with a keen eye for trends
• Have exceptional organizational skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Hold a university degree (desirable).

About Us
Harrods is one of the worlds leading luxury department stores and were 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 worlds most inspiring shopping experiences.
Our Promise to You
Help us make the impossible possible for our customers and well do something remarkable for you. As well as offering a friendly environment to inspire your best work, we provide abundant opportunities and support to build an exceptional career across the varied specialisms of our business.
Uniquely You
Whilst our job adverts outline the ideal qualities, skills, and prior experience for the role, we believe in the potential for growth and value individual strengths. If you can demonstrate the majority of skills and strong experience to thrive in this role, we would encourage you to apply.
At Harrods we believe the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart. We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes, and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.
If you want to know more about life at Harrods, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn, or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods.
Additional Information:
Time Type: Permanent
Department: Buying (Josie Gardner)