Introduction:
Founded in 1875, our long history has been built on innovation, craftsmanship and above all, incredible talent. Born from the adventurous spirit of our founder, Arthur Lasenby Liberty, we remain true to our heritage. From our fulfilment centres to our flagship store, passion, vision and dynamism are part of our DNA – and that extends to our team.
Job Purpose:
At Liberty, our beauty offer is rooted in discovery, craftsmanship, and thoughtful curation. Known for championing innovative brands alongside established names, we create a destination that feels both curated and commercial.
We’re looking for a Beauty Buyer to shape and deliver a distinctive, high-performing assortment across skincare, fragrance, makeup, and bath & body. This is a pivotal role where creativity meets commerciality, balancing discovery with growth, and innovation with performance.
You Will:
* Curate a standout beauty assortment aligned to Liberty’s brand vision and customer.
* Source and onboard a mix of established and emerging brands, with a focus on innovation and authenticity.
* Build and manage strong brand partnerships, leading senior-level negotiations across pricing, exclusivity, and commercial terms.
* Identify and secure exclusive launches and best-in-class brands.
* Own category performance, including forecasting, OTB, margin, and trading decisions.
* Analyse weekly and seasonal performance, identifying risks and opportunities.
* Partner cross-functionally (Merchandising, Marketing, VM, Digital, Retail) to deliver best-in-class execution.
* Lead range reviews, SKU optimisation, and seasonal buying strategies.
* Drive impactful 360° campaigns, launches, and in-store experiences.
* Stay ahead of trends, ensuring Liberty remains a market leader in luxury beauty.
* Lead and develop the buying team, creating a clear path for progression.
About You:
* 4–8+ years’ experience in beauty buying (luxury, premium, or niche).
* Strong omnichannel experience (store + eCommerce).
* A sharp eye for product, brand, and storytelling.
* Proven success in driving sales growth and margin improvement.
* Confidence in senior-level negotiations and relationship management.
* Deep understanding of beauty trends, ingredients, and consumer behaviour.
* Experience across both heritage and indie/startup brands.
* Strong knowledge of UK/EU cosmetics regulations and compliance.
* Excellent analytical, organisational, and project management skills.
* A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence across functions.
* Leadership experience with a passion for developing teams.
Why Join Liberty?
You’ll play a key role in shaping one of the most iconic and innovative beauty destinations in the world, working at the intersection of creativity, commerce, and culture.
Liberty is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and opposes all forms of unlawful discrimination. We are committed to creating an environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive – bringing their unique perspectives, skills, and experience to everything we do.
We are dedicated to eliminating both conscious and unconscious bias from our practices. Our approach is grounded in respect, fairness, and consistency, ensuring that no one is treated less favourably based on gender, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, or any other protected characteristic.