Buyer

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is looking for a Temporary Fashion Retail Buyer based in Cardiff. You will help develop and deliver on-trend fashion ranges, driving profit while enhancing the brand. Ideal candidates have a strong background in fashion retail buying, excellent negotiation skills, and a keen eye for trends. This position offers a dynamic work environment in a city known for its vibrant culture and strong transport links.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Fashion Retail Buying role with a strong commercial mindset.
• Deep understanding of fabrics, garment construction, and buying process.
• Excellent negotiation skills and relationship-building with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and build a commercially balanced range, achieving margin targets.
• Conduct regular departmental product reviews and coordinate trends.
• Source, select, and negotiate with suppliers for optimal products.

Skills

Fashion Retail Buying

Commercial mindset

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Job description

We are currently looking to recruit an ambitious, driven, and highly motivated Temporary Fashion Retail Buyer to join our Buying Department.

If you are passionate about the brand, looking for a new challenge, and keen to further your career in an exciting, fast-paced Head Office Retail environment, then Peacocks is the brand for you.

We love our customers and support local shopping!

Whether she’s a busy Mum seeking budget-friendly fashion, a guy after the ultimate BBQ shirt, or a fashion lover chasing the latest trends, we aim to offer our customers wearable style for all the family on their local High Street.

If you are passionate about the brand and seeking a new challenge, Peacocks is the place for you!

You will be based at our modern, purpose-built Head Office in the vibrant city center of Cardiff. Cardiff is an accessible city with strong transport links, and London is only 2 hours away by train.

What’s in Cardiff?

• If you are considering relocation, Cardiff should top your list! A vibrant city and the hub of South Wales, Cardiff offers arts and culture, sports, shopping, and outdoor activities.
• Cardiff boasts green spaces, sandy beaches, and national parks nearby. Just 30 miles away is Bannau Brycheiniog National Park, offering spectacular scenery. Beaches like Barry Island, Ogmore-by-Sea, and Trecco Bay are perfect for summer days.
• The city offers an exciting social scene with numerous dining options, from bistros to award-winning restaurants, pubs, and clubs.
• Arts, music, and drama venues host famous plays, ballets, and operas, alongside iconic sporting venues for high-profile events.

Whatever you are looking for, you will find it here in South Wales!

The role

As a Buyer, you will assist in developing, sourcing, and delivering on-trend, commercially focused ranges, driving profit and enhancing the Peacocks brand. You will be part of our close-knit Head Office team, ensuring our ranges align with our brand vision and strategy.

Responsibilities/Objectives:

• Plan and build a commercially balanced range, achieving margin targets;
• Conduct regular departmental product reviews, coordinating trends, looks, and color palettes across departments;
• Operate an effective and timely product sign-off process, aligned with critical paths and planning cycles;
• Take ownership of critical paths and deadlines, raising issues and implementing action plans as needed;
• Review sales data, identify top-performing products, and make data-driven decisions for future lines and improvements;
• Source, select, and negotiate with suppliers to obtain optimal products, prices, and terms, leveraging supplier expertise;
• Lead meetings with Directors and Heads, ensuring key information is communicated and actions are completed on time;
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure successful launch of new product lines and collections;
• Work with the merchandising team to monitor and control trade, stock turn, margins, and profit levels.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience in a Fashion Retail Buying role with a strong commercial mindset;
• Deep understanding of fabrics, garment construction, and the buying process, with a keen eye for print and pattern;
• A passion for trends and the ability to drive newness in a fast-paced environment;
• Excellent negotiation skills and relationship-building with suppliers;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work with internal and external teams;
• Proven success in developing and trading highly commercial fashion ranges that exceed sales and profit targets.

Please note: If you are not a passport holder of the country for this vacancy, you might need a work permit. Check our Blog for more information.

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Created on 22/08/2025 by JR, United Kingdom