Overview
We are recruiting for a Buying Manager to deliver the strategy for our Harrods Collections Home & Seasonal department. The role reports to the Head of Harrods Collection and focuses on delivering the strategic vision across an omni‑channel operation.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver the agreed buying strategy across all channels, with strong commercial acumen and experience in budget planning and P&L management in line with business objectives.
* Drive gross sales and net contribution through thorough negotiations, creating interest and innovation across the collections.
* Analyse and interpret sales figures and trends to make timely product and trade decisions that deliver growth and mitigate risk.
* Work across departments, manage stakeholders, and ensure the Harrods Collection consistently delivers exceptional service and communication.
* Plan and deliver specific category strategy in line with overall business objectives, alongside marketing and retail plans.
* Take full ownership of key dates, ensuring 100% launch and instock across all categories.
* Build and manage a high‑performing, strategic supplier base and development plan, ensuring quality, margin, and efficiency standards are consistently met.
* Collaborate with the wider team, media, marketing and press to develop marketing and business opportunities.
* Identify customer and market opportunities through thorough business and customer insights, translating these into product and ranging.
* Lead and contribute to team development, championing collaboration, innovation, and adherence to core business processes.
About You
You will be a commercially astute and forward‑thinking buying professional with a strong understanding of the luxury or bridge retail landscape. You will bring a confident and proactive approach, challenge ways of working, and drive continuous improvement. You will thrive in a fast‑paced environment, balancing strategic planning with hands‑on delivery, and building strong relationships across internal teams and external suppliers.
* Proven experience in a bridge or luxury brand in a role directly related to designing and developing product.
* Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to lead cross‑functional collaboration.
* Excellent organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
* Adaptability to operate efficiently in a changing environment and to remain strategic while working at pace.
* Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
Hybrid Working
This role may be fully on‑site or a mix of on‑site and home working. The policy allows colleagues to work from home for part of the week, depending on business needs.
Employment Type
Permanent position within the Own Label Buying department.
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