Fashion Buyer

Zachary Daniels Careers; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium fashion retailer in Gloucestershire is seeking an experienced Fashion Buyer. You will curate exceptional collections that exemplify brand identity and drive commercial success. This role offers the opportunity to lead product development and collaborate with various teams to achieve strategic goals. Ideal candidates will possess strong market awareness and negotiation skills, along with a passion for high-end products.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a buyer in the fashion industry.
• Strong understanding of market trends and consumer behaviors.
• Ability to lead product development from concept to delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver collections aligned with brand identity.
• Lead product journeys ensuring targets and balance are met.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to create actionable plans.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Strong negotiation skills

Analytical mindset

Job description

Fashion Buyer | Established & Senior | £45,000 - £65,000 | Gloucestershire

This is a rare opportunity to join a premium‑to‑luxe business renowned for its high‑end, specialist products. We are looking for buyers who do more than manage stock—they curate exceptional experiences through carefully chosen collections that define the brand.

If you are an established or senior buyer, this role will challenge and inspire you. You'll be at the heart of a business that thrives on innovation, quality, and exclusivity, with the autonomy to shape product strategy and make high‑impact commercial decisions.

The Role

As a Fashion Buyer, you will blend long‑term product vision with day‑to‑day trading needs, ensuring commercially strong, brand‑aligned collections across all channels. You will work closely with Design, Marketing, Merchandising, Production, and Wholesale to transform creative direction into profitable, aspirational assortments.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and deliver collections that balance commercial performance with brand identity.

Lead product journeys from initial concept to market delivery, ensuring margin targets, range balance, and launch plans are achieved.

Collaborate cross‑functionally to turn creative and commercial strategy into actionable buying plans.

Use trading data, consumer insights, pricing reviews, and sample evaluat...