Fashion Retail Buyer – Brand & Range Strategist

Celtic Football Club; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional sports club in Glasgow is seeking a Buyer to develop, source, and deliver a focused range of products. This role involves collaborating with various departments to launch new product lines successfully while ensuring profitability and alignment with the brand's vision. The ideal candidate will have experience in fashion retail buying, strong negotiation skills, and a results-driven mindset. Benefits include an Employee Assistance Programme, pension scheme, and staff discounts.

Benefits

Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance and pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Regular colleague social events

Subsidised on-site canteen

Free parking

Staff retail discount

Qualifications

• Experience within a fashion retail buying role with a commercial mindset.
• Ability to problem-solve effectively and quickly.

Responsibilities

• Develop, source, and deliver a commercially focused range.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure successful product launches.
• Source, select, and negotiate with suppliers.

Skills

Fashion retail buying experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Deep understanding of fabrics and garment construction

Excellent negotiation skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Results-driven with strong desire to succeed

Awareness of current trends

Job description

A professional sports club in Glasgow is seeking a Buyer to develop, source, and deliver a focused range of products. This role involves collaborating with various departments to launch new product lines successfully while ensuring profitability and alignment with the brand's vision. The ideal candidate will have experience in fashion retail buying, strong negotiation skills, and a results-driven mindset. Benefits include an Employee Assistance Programme, pension scheme, and staff discounts.