Assistant Buyer, Beauty

GET TO KNOW US

At Brown Thomas Arnotts, we are Reinventing Retail. Our purpose is to enrich our customers' lives by living our values: Going Above and Beyond, Driving Creativity and Innovation, and Doing the Right Thing. We operate as one business with two iconic brands, delivering exciting experiences through our digital and physical stores. Our customer engagement sets the standard in service and experiential retail, ensuring customers love every visit.

KNOW THE ROLE

Working within our Beauty Category, you will assist the Senior Buyer in sourcing products, negotiating with suppliers to secure the best terms, and building strong relationships with key stakeholders. Using insights and trend research, you will help determine which brands perform well and recommend future ranges. This is a full-time, maternity leave contract position.

Responsibilities include:

1. Assisting with budget and margin targets, range planning, and day-to-day operations in the Beauty Division.
2. Setting mark-up targets, markdown rates, and selling prices to achieve gross margin goals.
3. Preparing weekly trade updates, analyzing sales data, and recommending actions.
4. Pre-season planning, including pulling wash-up notes, research, and building OTB sheets.
5. Planning buying trips and appointments, ensuring preparation and relevant data collection.
6. Attending trade shows and supplier meetings, recording actions, and following up.
7. Summarizing market trends from appointments.
8. Building storyboards, seasonal calendars, and presentations to communicate trends and product details.
9. Managing debit notes and supporting supplier support activities.
10. Coordinating with the Buyers Assistant to ensure product availability and smooth critical path execution.
11. Monitoring market activity, sales, and trends.
12. Collaborating with Marketing and Online teams to develop marketing strategies and online ranges.
13. Supporting the wider buying team with seasonal product presentations.
14. Maintaining product data in the merchandise management system.
15. Working with Finance to manage supplier setups.
16. Taking responsibility for own category, including range building, assortment planning, negotiations, and stock management.
17. Supporting stock replenishment to optimize stock levels.
18. Developing and mentoring buying assistants within the division.

KNOW WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 3-4 years' experience in a fast-paced buying office.
• Strong commercial acumen and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Influencing skills.

KNOW WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

We believe in nurturing professional and personal growth, fostering a culture of belonging and inclusiveness. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• Annual leave entitlement
• Team member discounts
• Recognition days, wellbeing initiatives
• Learning and development opportunities
• Leadership programs
• Flexible working
• Additional benefits

KNOW HOW WE WORK

• Experience is our business: We set the standard in experiential retail, creating memorable customer experiences.
• More Than Shops: We create engaging spaces that inspire socializing, discovery, and community enrichment.
• We are Curators: Our unique product range enhances everyday and special occasions.
• We Care for Our People: We nurture talent and promote a culture of creativity and learning.
• We Succeed by Working Sustainably: We are community-focused, fostering conscious retail environments.

Brown Thomas Arnotts is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to bring your whole self to work. For accommodations, contact us at careers@brownthomas.ie.