15 Fashion Buyer jobs in the United Kingdom

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Senior Buyer Ladieswear & Ladieswear Buyer wanted for a leading fashion retailers in the UK.

Competitive salary plus a relocation package.

TO BE CONSIDERED YOU MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE AS A LADIESWEAR FASHION BUYER OR SENIOR BUYER

As a Senior Buyer you will be responsible for developing, sourcing and delivering an on- trend and commercially focused range, whilst driving profit and enhancing the brand position. You will support the Buying Director and Head of Buying in the development and delivery of the Buying Strategy whilst maintaining strong, professional relationships with existing suppliers to ensure consistent quality and service whilst negotiating new supplier agreements to achieve profitable pricing and delivery terms

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Planning and building a commercially balanced range, whilst achieving margin targets as set by company;
• Drives regular product reviews, ensuring coordination across departments in terms of trends, looks and colour palettes.
• Deep understanding of fabrics, garment constructions and the whole buying process with a strong print eye. (More a skill/experience)
• Operates an effective and timely product sign off process, in line with the critical path and planning cycle;
• Leading ladieswear in driving trend-led collections with the right level newness/fashion/trend.
• Takes responsibility for maximising profit on the department through strong negotiation and development of global supplier relations;
• Trade the department and analyse relevance of new and emerging trends for the brand and plan accordingly.
• Works collaboratively with the merchandising team to monitor and control trade, in order to ensure stock turn, margin targets and profit levels are achieved;

TO BE CONSIDERED YOU MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE AS A LADIESWEAR FASHION BUYER

Candidate skills and experience

• Working as a Buyer level in a ladieswear fashion retailer.
• Dress buying experience would desired
• Proven track record of developing and trading highly commercial fashion ranges that exceed sales/ profit targets
• Deep understanding of fabrics, garment construction and the whole buying process with a strong print eye.
• A passion for trends who excels in delivering trend inspiring fashion to the high street
• Experienced in negotiating with suppliers for a competitive cost and lead times.

To hear more about this fabulous position for a confidential discussion send your CV now.

• Identify and interpret key fashion trends and market opportunities.
• Develop and execute seasonal buying plans and strategies.
• Source and select products from a diverse range of suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Manage product assortments to maximise sales and profitability.
• Analyse sales performance data and provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive brand presentation.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting supplier relationships.
• Travel to trade shows, supplier meetings, and relevant industry events.
• Manage budget and OTB (Open-to-Buy) effectively.

• Proven experience in a Senior Buyer or similar role within the fashion industry.
• Extensive knowledge of the fashion market and current trends.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability in buying, merchandising, and financial planning.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Experience with retail management systems.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or a related field is preferred.

At boohooMAN, we’re redefining menswear with bold style, fearless innovation, and a fresh take on fashion that sets us apart from the rest.

With a focus on streetwear, tracksuits & going-out-gear, product is everything to us and we don’t do anything substandard, not now, not ever!

We pay attention to detail, and we keep our products on-point to ensure our customers ‘fits are consistently on lock. We’re constantly responding and reacting to stay ahead of the game and deliver you the best in fashion 24/7.

THE ROLE 

We are looking for an experienced Buyer (ideally menswear experience), who will work as part of our boohooMAN buying team supporting our Jersey category (Tees, Hoodies, Tracksuits, Joggers etc). Please note this is not a procurement buying role and does require somebody with fashion buying experience.

This is a hands on role and you'll be involved in everything from product strategy and development to delivery and trading. You’ll make informed decisions using insight and experience, and drive initiatives that push the category forward both creatively and commercially.

You’ll ensure product sign-offs meet the highest standards and manage key supplier relationships to deliver on-time, trend-relevant ranges. You’ll also take responsibility for the performance and development of your team, creating a high-performance culture built on collaboration and pace.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING  

• Lead and own the product strategy, planning and trading for your category
• Manage range builds and sign-off meetings with Heads of and Senior Leadership
• Work with Design to develop innovative, trend-led product that meets customer demand
• Own the critical path and ensure smooth sample flow, approvals and delivery
• Oversee cost negotiations and ensure margin targets are achieved or exceeded
• Partner with Merchandising on frameworks, SWOTs and OTB planning
• React to trade performance with decisive actions including rebuys, cancellations and swaps
• Manage and motivate your team, ensuring clarity of roles, progression and performance
• Maintain supplier relationships and regularly review performance, pricing and capacity
• Represent your category in business-wide meetings and contribute to brand-wide projects
• Lead sourcing of new suppliers and complete category-level cross cost analysis
• Ensure online accuracy and presentation by working closely with studio and ecommerce
• Collaborate on marketing and campaign briefs to align category priorities

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Extensive experience as a Junior Buyer or existing Buyer in a fast-paced fashion business
• Strong commercial acumen and confident leadership of range performance and trade actions
• Proven track record in cost negotiations, supplier management, and product development
• Strong analytical, decision-making and forecasting skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
• Proficiency in Excel and reporting tools; deep understanding of WSSI and open costing
• Team leadership experience including coaching, development and delegation
• Sharp eye for fashion trends and streetwear customer expectations

• You lead with confidence, taking ownership of decisions and being accountable for outcomes
• You take commercial risks and learn quickly from the results
• You challenge your team to improve and drive continuous development
• You operate with speed and clarity, adapting swiftly to business needs

• You bring creative direction to your category and inspire new thinking across your team
• You collaborate with design to translate macro trends into strong, relevant collections
• You continuously improve processes, templates and ways of working
• You create a culture where product innovation and individuality are encouraged

• You build a collaborative and supportive team culture
• You act as a mentor and coach to your team, helping them progress with confidence
• You work cross-functionally and communicate clearly across all levels of the business
• You uphold our brand values around inclusion, sustainability and professional integrity

WORKING WITH US 

At Debenhams Group, we are a diverse portfolio of five core brands (boohoo, boohooMAN, PrettyLittleThing, Karen Millen, and Debenhams) alongside a dynamic marketplace model and a growing financial services division, it keeps us pretty busy!

We don’t stand still - we lead, evolve, and redefine online fashion. With bold ambitions and big energy, we’re on a mission to be the best, delivering the strongest propositions to our customers in the most engaging, innovative, and efficient ways possible.

We thrive on change, innovation, and pace. Every challenge is an opportunity, and every day is a chance to push boundaries. If you’re someone who embraces the unknown, thrives in a fast-moving, high-growth environment, and is ready to shape the future of retail, you’ll love it here. We want visionaries, disruptors, and doers, people who bring fresh thinking, relentless energy, and the drive to make an impact. 

Be bold. Be creative. Be a community.
 

WHY JOIN US 

2025 is a year for making bold moves, delivering real results, and driving forward with unstoppable momentum. If that excites you, then you belong at Debenhams Group.

Let’s lead the change together.

Sports & Fashion Apparel Buyer- Manchester - 50-65,000 - Athleisure & Footwear

We are hiring a Sports & Fashion Apparel Buyer to drive Sports and Fashion Own Brand Apparel strategy and delivery of business goals, both in the UK and globally. Working closely with Product Creation, the Commercial Team and Buying Functions, you will be responsible for ensuring best in class Own Brand product to service own site, DTC sites and wholesale partners.

Responsibilities

• Working with key stakeholders across the business, support the Head of Global Product Management in the development and implementation of a complete Own Brand Strategy for each Own Brand. (across multiple seasons/years).

• Responsible for delivering clearly defined seasonal product briefs to the Product Creation Team relevant to target consumers for the business, UK Wholesale and International Wholesale/Franchise partners.

• Ensure product is meeting all channel needs throughout the design/development phase.

• Responsible for launch of products to all channels.

• Responsible for management and process of Wholesale/Distributor SMU programmes and requests.

• Be a key part of a 'Trend' team within the business to identify new brand opportunities and current own brand category extensions.

• Support the Legal Team with input and feedback on trademark registration requirements.

• Lead the development of direct reports through continuous coaching and implementation of HR tools (PDPs, Check-Ins etc).

About You

• Minimum 3 years' experience in Sports Fashion and High Street Fashion Buying/Product roles is essential, demonstrating strong Leadership skills.

• Excellent internal and external relationship builder.

• Global experience preferred.

• Clear understanding and experience of working with and developing apparel brands / seasonal collections.

• Strong multi-market research, product category and range creation skills.

• Critical understanding of market trends, price points and competitive landscape to ensure brands and product collections remain consumer relevant.

• Experience in creating and delivering strategies.

• Forward thinker and reactive to market situations to ensure the customer stays ahead of our competition and meets target consumer demands.

• International travel will be a requirement for the role.

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Sports & Fashion Apparel Buyer- Manchester - 50-65,000 - Athleisure & Footwear

We are hiring a Sports & Fashion Apparel Buyer to drive Sports and Fashion Own Brand Apparel strategy and delivery of business goals, both in the UK and globally. Working closely with Product Creation, the Commercial Team and Buying Functions, you will be responsible for ensuring best in class Own Brand product to service own site, DTC sites and wholesale partners.

Responsibilities

• Working with key stakeholders across the business, support the Head of Global Product Management in the development and implementation of a complete Own Brand Strategy for each Own Brand. (across multiple seasons/years).

• Responsible for delivering clearly defined seasonal product briefs to the Product Creation Team relevant to target consumers for the business, UK Wholesale and International Wholesale/Franchise partners.

• Ensure product is meeting all channel needs throughout the design/development phase.

• Responsible for launch of products to all channels.

• Responsible for management and process of Wholesale/Distributor SMU programmes and requests.

• Be a key part of a 'Trend' team within the business to identify new brand opportunities and current own brand category extensions.

• Support the Legal Team with input and feedback on trademark registration requirements.

• Lead the development of direct reports through continuous coaching and implementation of HR tools (PDPs, Check-Ins etc).

About You

• Minimum 3 years' experience in Sports Fashion and High Street Fashion Buying/Product roles is essential, demonstrating strong Leadership skills.

• Excellent internal and external relationship builder.

• Global experience preferred.

• Clear understanding and experience of working with and developing apparel brands / seasonal collections.

• Strong multi-market research, product category and range creation skills.

• Critical understanding of market trends, price points and competitive landscape to ensure brands and product collections remain consumer relevant.

• Experience in creating and delivering strategies.

• Forward thinker and reactive to market situations to ensure the customer stays ahead of our competition and meets target consumer demands.

• International travel will be a requirement for the role.

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• Identify and forecast fashion trends and customer demand.
• Source and select fashion products from a variety of suppliers.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturers.
• Manage the buying budget and ensure profitability targets are met.
• Analyze sales performance and inventory levels to inform buying decisions.
• Prepare detailed buying reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with the marketing and visual merchandising teams to create effective product presentations.
• Ensure product quality and compliance with company standards.
• Attend trade shows and industry events to stay abreast of market developments.

• Proven experience in fashion buying or merchandising.
• Strong understanding of the fashion industry and current trends.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in retail analytics and reporting tools.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or a related field.
• Flexibility to travel to Southampton for key meetings.

Sports & Fashion Apparel Buyer- Manchester - 50-65,000 - Athleisure & Footwear

We are hiring a Sports & Fashion Apparel Buyer to drive Sports and Fashion Own Brand Apparel strategy and delivery of business goals, both in the UK and globally. Working closely with Product Creation, the Commercial Team and Buying Functions, you will be responsible for ensuring best in class Own Brand product to servic.

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• Source and select fashion products (apparel, accessories) that align with the company's brand, target customer, and market trends.
• Develop and manage seasonal buying plans and budgets, ensuring profitability and sales targets are met.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favourable prices, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Analyse sales data, market trends, and competitor activity to identify opportunities and make informed buying decisions.
• Collaborate with the design and merchandising teams to develop product ranges and assortments.
• Manage the product lifecycle from initial purchase to in-store availability.
• Attend trade shows, fashion weeks, and market appointments to stay abreast of industry developments.
• Monitor inventory levels and manage stock turnover to minimise markdowns and maximise sell-through.
• Evaluate supplier performance and ensure compliance with quality and ethical standards.
• Present buying plans and product assortments to senior management.

• Proven experience as a Buyer in the fashion retail industry, with a minimum of 4 years in a senior role.
• A strong understanding of fashion trends, fabrics, garment construction, and sourcing.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective supplier relationships.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and commercial skills.
• Proficiency in using buying and merchandising software, and strong Excel skills.
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for fashion.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or a related field is preferred.