Harrods has upcoming opportunities for a Buying Assistant to support our Beauty and Fragrance department on an 11-month fixed-term contract.
The team is always looking for exceptional talent to join our team.
Please note - this advert is part of our ongoing efforts to build a strong talent pool for future opportunities, including Harrods' fashion departments. By applying, you may be considered for upcoming roles that match your skills and experience.
This role is perfect for someone who is creative with a keen eye for trends, a strong analytical mindset, and a desire to contribute to the success of a prestigious luxury retail business.
In this role, the Buying Assistant will support the Buying team, helping drive commercial performance and enhance the customer experience. This will include working across multiple channels, including in-store, online, and regional locations, assisting with product selection, trend analysis, order management, and stakeholder collaboration.
Responsibilities will include:
- Assist in creating seasonal Look Books, showcasing key trends and product selections.
- Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform buying decisions.
- Support the Buyer and Assistant Buyer in selecting and quantifying product orders.
- Work closely with the Retail, Visual Merchandising, and Online Trading teams to ensure seamless product launches and displays.
- Manage order confirmations, vendor data, and purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
- Provide weekly trade reports and sell-through analysis to assess brand and product performance.
- Assist with marketing submissions, including magazine and social media features.
- Collaborate with internal teams to maintain pricing accuracy and resolve invoice discrepancies.
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 ‘Hybrid’. 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 Hybrid @ Harrods 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.
What Harrods is looking for:
- Highly motivated individual with a passion for Buying, the luxury retail industry and someone who keeps a keen eye on emerging trends.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment, ensuring seamless support for the Buying team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – you will be engaging with both internal teams and external brand partners to drive commercial success.
- High attention to detail and strong numerical and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- A proactive mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Proficiency with SAP is a plus
- Experience in a buying, merchandising, or administrative role within retail is a plus.
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.
Our Promise to You
Help us make the impossible possible for our customers and we’ll 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.
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