Retail Buyer

Avoca Ireland; Glencap Commons North; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Avoca is seeking an experienced Retail Buyer to join the Buying team on a permanent basis at our Head Office in Kilmacanogue, Co. Wicklow.

You will develop a compelling product strategy across fashion, accessories, beauty, books and lifestyle, balancing innovation, quality and profitability. You will source collections and drive sales, margin targets and customer experience across Avoca stores, collaborating with Merchandising, Marketing and Retail Operations to deliver compelling seasonal

Qualifications

• Experience in a Retail Buying role across product categories.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of customer behaviour and market trends.
• Proven experience in range planning, product sourcing and supplier management.
• Excellent analytical skills for data-driven decisions.
• Strong negotiation and influencing abilities.
• Keen eye for product, trends and brand presentation.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute seasonal buying strategies for categories.
• Create commercially balanced product ranges that deliver sales, margin and stock objectives.
• Identify emerging trends, brands and product opportunities through market research and trade shows.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiating terms and managing performance.
• Analyse sales, stock and margin performance to maximise results.
• Monitor market activity and competitor trends to stay relevant.
• Manage products through their lifecycle from concept to customer launch.
• Collaborate with Merchandising, Marketing, Retail Operations and Visual Merchandising for launches and promotions.
• Ensure product information, pricing and promotions are communicated across the business.
• React quickly to in-season performance to maximise opportunities on best-sellers.

Skills

Retail buying

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Trend analysis

Excel

Tools

Retail reporting systems

Job description

Retail Buyer - Permanent

Location: Avoca Head Office, Kilmacanogue, Co. Wicklow

About Avoca

At Avoca, we celebrate creativity, craftsmanship, and exceptional customer experiences. From our rich heritage to our contemporary retail offering, we are passionate about bringing beautiful products and inspiring collections to our customers.

We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Buyer to join our Retail Buying team on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a trend-aware buyer who combines a strong product eye with commercial acumen and a passion for delivering outstanding ranges across categories including fashion, accessories, beauty, books, gifting, homeware and lifestyle.

The Role

As the Retail Buyer, you will be responsible for developing and delivering a compelling product strategy across your categories, ensuring the right balance of innovation, quality, profitability, and customer appeal.

You will source and curate collections that reflect the Avoca customer mindset, while driving sales performance, margin targets, and an exceptional customer experience across our retail stores.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute seasonal buying strategies for categories.
• Create commercially balanced product ranges that deliver sales, margin, and stock objectives.
• Identify emerging trends, brands, and product opportunities through market research, trade shows, and supplier partnerships.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating commercial terms and managing performance.
• Analyse sales, stock, and margin performance, identifying opportunities and taking action to maximise results.
• Monitor market activity and competitor trends to ensure Avoca remains relevant and differentiated.
• Manage products through their full lifecycle, from initial concept and selection through to customer launch.
• Work closely with Merchandising, Marketing, Retail Operations, and Visual Merchandising teams to deliver successful seasonal launches and promotions.
• Ensure product information, pricing, and promotional activity are accurately communicated across the business.
• React quickly to in-season performance, maximising opportunities on best sellers and managing risk on slower-moving lines.
• Prepare and present trading updates, seasonal reviews, and range presentations to key stakeholders.

About You

You are a highly commercial buyer with a passion for retail products and delivering exceptional product ranges across a range of categories. You enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment and thrive on identifying opportunities to delight customers while driving business performance.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a Retail Buying role across one or more relevant product categories.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of customer behaviour and market trends.
• Proven experience in range planning, product sourcing, and supplier management.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• A keen eye for product, trends, and brand presentation.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Confident presenter with strong communication and relationship‑building abilities.
• Agile, proactive, and adaptable approach to problem solving.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and retail reporting systems.

Why Join Avoca?

• Be part of one of Ireland's most iconic lifestyle brands.
• Work within a passionate and collaborative retail team.
• Opportunity to shape and influence the retail offer across a range of categories.
• Dynamic, creative, and customer-focused environment.

If you have a passion for product, a strong commercial mindset, and are excited by the opportunity to create inspiring collections, we'd love to hear from you.