Senior Buyer - Menswear - BROWNS

Farfetch; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Pension Scheme

Flexible Benefits Program

Health Insurance & Critical Illness

Flexible work environment (3 days a wk

WFH 2 days

Job summary

Browns Fashion in London is seeking a Senior Buyer to lead the Menswear RTW and Non-Apparel categories, owning category vision, managing brand partnerships, and driving assortment strategies across seasons.

You will lead a buying team, negotiate with global brands, secure exclusives, analyze weekly sales, and collaborate with Merchandising, Marketing, and Private Client teams to maximise profitability and elevate Browns’ positioning.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Buyer or Senior Buyer in Luxury/Contemporary retail.
• Strong negotiation and brand management skills.
• Experience in OTB management and profitability optimization.
• Leadership of buying teams and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead Menswear seasonal buying strategy across RTW and Non-Apparel/Accessories.
• Direct market appointments, brand negotiations, and category decisions.
• Identify emerging Menswear designers and brands aligning with Browns’ positioning.
• Secure exclusives, capsule collections and limited distribution drops.
• Monitor weekly sales, sell-through, and trends; translate data into action.
• Partner with Merchandising to manage stock health and strategic re-orders.
• Lead negotiations to improve commercial terms with brands and showrooms.
• Mentor Assistant Buyer and collaborate with Marketing and Private Client teams.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Menswear expertise

Tools

Excel

Merchandising platforms

Retail analytics tools

Job description

BROWNS FASHION

Founded in London in 1970, Browns redefined luxury retail, becoming globally renowned for a carefully curated edit of iconic luxury designers and innovative emerging talent. Deeply rooted in our boutique heritage, Browns sets the industry standard through an unwavering commitment to discovery, authenticity, and exceptional product selection.
Our people are central to this mission. We foster individuality, celebrate diverse perspectives, and champion an inclusive, dynamic environment where talent can thrive.

LONDON

Our London office is located in Old Street and is home to a wide range of teams. Our open space is ideal for collaborative work and sharing ideas. We also have a large outdoor terrace, which is the perfect spot to have a team lunch or host events.

THE ROLE

As Senior Buyer, you will drive the strategic and commercial success of the Men’s RTW and Non-Apparel departments, taking full ownership of category vision, brand portfolio management, and assortment planning. You will lead and empower the buying team, directing seasonal ranges, negotiations, and market appointments. Partnering closely with the Head of Buying, you will not only steer department trade and profitability but also collaborate on cross-business projects, influencing broader commercial strategy.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Buying, Product Selection & Strategy

• Lead the Menswear seasonal buying strategy across RTW and Non-Apparel/Accessories, ensuring Browns’ assortment remains innovative, highly curated, and commercially impactful.

• Lead all market appointments, directing product selection, leading complex brand negotiations, and taking full ownership of category decision making.

• Identify and onboard high conviction emerging Menswear designers, luxury houses, and contemporary brands that align with Browns’ positioning.

• Secure key Menswear exclusives, capsule collections and limited distribution drops to cement Browns as a destination and priority partner.

Trading & Performance Analysis

• Monitor weekly sales, sell-through rates, and emerging Menswear trends; translate data into actionable insights to drive trade, maximise margin, and mitigate stock risks.

• Partner closely with Merchandising to manage stock health, and align on strategic seasonal re-orders and markdown strategies.

• Proactively identify category growth drivers and shift buying strategies to react swiftly to fast-moving Menswear market trends and customer demand.

Vendor Management & Strategic Partnerships

• Nurture high level relationships with global brands, showrooms, and designers, establishing Browns as a trusted, strategic retail partner.

• Balance the Menswear brand portfolio by scaling core revenue drivers alongside launching high potential and positioning emerging brands.

• Lead negotiations to improve commercial terms

Team Leadership & Department Operations

• Lead, mentor, and empower Assistant Buyer, fostering a high performance, commercially minded team environment.

• Work closely with the Senior Management team to lead cross-functional projects and strategies demonstrating leadership within the wider Buying team at Browns.

• Work closely with the Marketing and Boutique Private Client team to champion the Menswear category strategy.

WHO YOU ARE

• Bring a proven track record as a Buyer or Senior Buyer in Luxury/Contemporary retail, backed by an instinctive understanding of global Menswear brands, cultural trends, and emerging talent.

• Champion a balance between creative intuition and commercial discipline, leveraging financial analysis and OTB management to maximise profitability.

• Harness sell-through performance and inventory metrics to optimise stock health, driving revenue and commercial success.

• Lead, inspire, and develop a high performing team while building strong cross functional relationships to influence business wide strategy.

• Navigate a fast paced, multi brand luxury environment with a proactive mindset, high commercial resilience, and a solution focused approach.

• Demonstrate technical proficiency across Excel, modern merchandising platforms, and retail analytics tools.

REWARDS & BENEFITS

• Employee Pension Scheme
• Flexible Benefits Program
• Health Insurance & Critical Illness cover
• Flexible work environment (3 days a week in office, 2 days WFH)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES STATEMENT

• EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES STATEMENT- Farfetch is an equal opportunities employer ensuring that all applicants are treated equally and fairly throughout our recruitment process.We are determined that no applicant experiences discrimination on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, age, gender identity, ancestry, sexual orientation, veteran status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.