Buyer - Baby and Nursery

We are recruiting for a Buyer to join our Baby & Nursery Team on a Fixed Term Contract until November.

This role will support the Buying Manager in delivering their strategic vision to commercially drive the business across all channels (store, online, airports and international ventures) as well as both operational models (own bought and concession).

About the role

As the Buyer for Baby & Nursery, you will lead and inspire your team of Assistant Buyers, Senior Buyer's Clerks and Buyer's Clerks, who will support you in bringing the departments strategy to life. You will proactively manage the brands development and product selection for the category, securing the best in class product offering. Covering not only baby clothing but furniture pieces including cots, prams and changing tables, as well as a small selection of wallpaper and décor.

Your key focuses will be:

• Building the core range
• Forecasting and maintaining stock levels
• Driving the ASV through visual merchandising moments and pop ups
• Developing cross channel relationships
• Attending domestic and international buying appointments ​

About you

We are looking for someone who has experience in the Baby and Nursery Furniture category, be it within a multi-brand store or standalone brand. You will be an inspiring leader, able to bring your people on the journey whilst identifying key opportunities to drive the business forward. The ideal candidate will also:

• Be a strong and consistent relationship builder, both internally and externally
• Possess great confidence in negotiating with stakeholders and giving presentations.
• Demonstrate inept industry knowledge and awareness consistently.
• Have an impeccable attention to detail and time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Excellent with Microsoft packages and IT systems (SAP Preferred).

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.

Already one of the most renowned departments, Buying is evolving as part of our major business-wide transformation. We keep Harrods at the forefront of luxury retail by identifying brands that match consumer tastes and supporting our journey to become the world's leading luxury retail emporium.

Our promise to you

At Harrods, we believe that nothing is impossible. We drive ourselves and inspire others to always push for more and this passion to exceed is what sets us apart. We are proud to be a place where standing out means being yourself.

In return, you'll enjoy a package that includes, eligibility for a competitive bonus, 25 days holiday, your birthday off, up to 33% Harrods discount and a 50% Business Clothing Allowance. You will also have the opportunity to join our generous pension scheme, in addition to strong long-term career potential and development support.

Uniquely You

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 our people and our culture, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn, Facebook or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods