Buying Assistant

Harrods; Knightsbridge; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrods is seeking a Buying Assistant for the Lingerie & Swimwear Buying team in Knightsbridge on a fixed-term basis until the end of January 2027. The role supports the Buying team across in-store, online, and regional locations, assisting with product selection, trend analysis, order management, and stakeholder collaboration.

You will help create seasonal Look Books, conduct market research, manage purchase orders, and liaise with internal teams to ensure successful product launches and

Qualifications

• High attention to detail with strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SAP (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating seasonal Look Books and showcase trends.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform buying decisions.
• Support buyers in selecting and quantifying product orders.
• Collaborate with Retail, Visual Merchandising and Online Trading teams for launches and displays.
• Manage order confirmations, vendor data, and purchase orders with accuracy.
• Provide weekly trade reports and sell-through analysis.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organisational skills

Communication

Microsoft Excel

Tools

SAP

Job description

We are hiring for a Buying Assistant to support our Lingerie & Swimwear department on a fixed-term basis. This contract is until the end of January 2027.

About the Role

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 you will be responsible for supporting the Buying team, helping to drive commercial performance and enhance the customer experience. You will work across multiple channels, including in-store, online, and regional locations, assisting with product selection, trend analysis, order management, and stakeholder collaboration.

Other 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.

About You

You will be a highly motivated individual with a passion for Buying, the luxury retail industry and someone who keeps a keen eye on emerging trends. You’ll also have 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 are essential, as you will be engaging with both internal teams and external brand partners to drive commercial success.

You will also have:

• High attention to detail and strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SAP (preferred).
• A proactive mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Previous 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. 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

Additional Information

• Time Type: Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
• Department: Lingerie & Swimwear Buying (Chantelle Augustin)

As one of the world’s most prestigious brands, and a highly sought-after employer within luxury retail, we aim to provide a working environment in which we can exceed both our customers’ expectations and the expectations of each other. To maintain our high standards, we invest as heavily in our people as we do in our products and store. As well as offering an unforgettable experience for our customers, we offer an exciting, challenging and motivating environment for our employees. We demonstrate how we value our team through an extensive pay and benefits package, as well as through a number of programmes that reward and recognise employees for exceptional performance. Our employees can also accelerate their careers through opportunities to work with talented people, development training, and chances to raise their profile in the luxury retail sector.