13 Primark jobs in Middlesbrough

• Greet and engage customers in a warm and professional manner.
• Provide personalised styling advice and product recommendations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with VIP clients.
• Achieve individual and store sales targets.
• Maintain immaculate visual merchandising standards on the shop floor.
• Process sales transactions accurately using the POS system.
• Manage stock levels and assist with inventory control.
• Handle customer inquiries and resolve issues effectively.
• Represent the brand with the highest level of professionalism and style.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures.
• Stay updated on current fashion trends and product knowledge.
• Participate in ongoing training and development programs.

• Proven experience in luxury retail sales or a similar client-facing role.
• A strong passion for fashion and a sophisticated personal style.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrable ability to build rapport and relationships with customers.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets.
• Proficiency in POS systems and basic computer skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings.
• Impeccable grooming and presentation.
• A proactive, results-oriented, and customer-centric approach.
• Resilience and the ability to thrive in a dynamic retail environment.

• Leading, motivating, and developing a team of sales associates to achieve individual and store targets.
• Driving sales and maximizing profitability through effective sales strategies and customer engagement.
• Ensuring exceptional standards of visual merchandising and store presentation.
• Managing stock levels, conducting regular inventory checks, and minimizing stock loss.
• Recruiting, training, and performance managing store staff.
• Providing a world-class customer service experience, building strong client relationships.
• Implementing and enforcing company policies and procedures.
• Analyzing sales data and market trends to identify opportunities for growth.
• Maintaining a safe, secure, and compliant store environment.

• Research and identify current and upcoming fashion trends, analysing market data and competitor activity to inform buying decisions.
• Source and select high-quality fashion products from a range of established and emerging designers and brands.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturers, negotiating favourable terms, prices, and delivery schedules.
• Attend trade shows, fashion weeks, and industry events to discover new talent and products.
• Develop seasonal buying plans and budgets, ensuring alignment with brand strategy and sales targets.
• Manage stock levels effectively, balancing inventory to maximise sales and minimise markdowns.
• Collaborate with the merchandising and marketing teams to develop effective product presentations and promotional strategies.
• Analyse sales performance data, identifying bestsellers and areas for improvement.
• Provide trend insights and product recommendations to internal teams.
• Ensure products meet quality standards and brand ethos.
• Monitor international fashion markets for global trends and opportunities.
• Contribute to the overall visual merchandising strategy for the store and online presence.

• Proven experience as a Fashion Buyer, preferably within the luxury or high-end retail sector.
• A strong understanding of the fashion industry, including designers, brands, trends, and market dynamics.
• Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• A keen eye for detail and aesthetics.
• Strong analytical and commercial acumen, with the ability to interpret sales data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and retail management software.
• Ability to travel internationally as required.
• A passion for fashion and a strong sense of personal style.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Degree in Fashion Merchandising, Marketing, Business, or a related field is preferred.

• Develop and implement strategic merchandising plans to drive sales, profitability, and market share for assigned product categories.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and competitor activity to identify opportunities and risks.
• Optimize product assortment, ensuring it aligns with brand positioning, customer needs, and commercial objectives.
• Manage inventory levels, balancing stock availability with markdown and stockholding costs.
• Collaborate closely with buying and design teams to influence product development and selection.
• Work with marketing teams to develop effective in-store and online promotional strategies.
• Monitor and report on key merchandising KPIs, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Conduct regular product performance reviews and provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Identify and manage opportunities for product lifecycle management, including introductions and end-of-life strategies.
• Mentor and develop junior merchandising team members.
• Stay abreast of fashion trends, emerging consumer behaviors, and best practices in retail merchandising.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in merchandising, planning, or buying within the fashion retail sector.
• Proven track record of driving sales and profitability through effective merchandising strategies.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in sales data analysis and reporting tools.
• Excellent understanding of the fashion market, trends, and consumer behavior.
• Commercial acumen and a strong ability to identify business opportunities.
• Effective communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, suitable for remote collaboration.
• Experience with inventory management and planning systems.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and other relevant analytical software.

• Drive store sales and profitability to meet and exceed targets.
• Recruit, train, and manage a high-performing retail team.
• Ensure exceptional customer service standards are met and exceeded.
• Oversee daily store operations, including inventory management and cash handling.
• Implement and maintain visual merchandising standards.
• Develop and execute local store marketing initiatives.
• Manage staff scheduling and performance.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized store environment.

• Previous experience in retail management, preferably in fashion or luxury goods.
• Demonstrated success in achieving sales targets.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
• Experience with inventory management and visual merchandising.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Passionate about fashion and delivering a luxury customer experience.

• Identify and source new fashion trends, brands, and products to align with the company's brand identity and target market.
• Develop seasonal buying plans and budgets, ensuring profitability and achieving sales targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturers, negotiating pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and competitor activity to inform buying decisions.
• Manage the entire product lifecycle from initial selection to final markdown.
• Collaborate with marketing and visual merchandising teams to ensure effective product presentation and promotion.
• Conduct regular store visits to gain insights into customer preferences and market performance.
• Evaluate supplier performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Attend trade shows and industry events to stay abreast of the latest developments.
• Manage stock levels to ensure optimal inventory turnover and minimize markdowns.
• Prepare reports on buying performance, key trends, and market insights for senior management.

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in retail buying, specifically within fashion apparel.
• Proven track record of successful buying, resulting in increased sales and profitability.
• In-depth knowledge of fashion trends, designers, and the apparel market.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and commercial acumen.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Experience with retail management software or buying platforms is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• A passion for fashion and a strong understanding of retail dynamics.

• Lead and inspire a retail team to achieve sales targets and deliver outstanding customer service.
• Manage store operations efficiently, ensuring adherence to brand standards and policies.
• Recruit, train, and develop store staff, fostering a motivated and high-performing team.
• Oversee visual merchandising, ensuring the store is presented attractively and promotes key products.
• Manage inventory levels, including stocktakes, ordering, and minimizing shrinkage.
• Drive store profitability through effective sales strategies, promotions, and customer engagement.
• Handle customer inquiries, feedback, and complaints professionally.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and security procedures.
• Analyze sales performance data and implement action plans for improvement.
• Manage store budgets and operational expenses effectively.

• Previous experience as a Retail Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager, or in a similar retail leadership role.
• Demonstrated success in driving sales and achieving targets within a retail environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for fashion and a strong understanding of retail trends.
• Proven ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Experience with POS systems and retail management software.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings as required.

Where:   EE Darlington
Full time:  Permanent 
Salary:  £25,087.00 rising to £5,684.00 at 9 months in role, plus uncapped commission 
Hourly rate:  £12 2 per hour rising to 3.12 per hour at 9 months in role
Start date:  November 2025 onwards

Why this job matters

If you’re a confident talker who enjoys asking questions and getting to know people, then this could be the role for you. Maybe you have a wealth of life experience and building relationships, or maybe negotiating mealtime meltdowns with your family is a daily occurrence. If so, you have transferrable skills to succeed in a sales advisor role with EE. We’ll give you training on the rest so you’re ready to talk confidently about all our products and services.

We don’t do ‘hard sales’. The role involves talking to customers over the phone about how we can enhance their digital lives and discuss the right products for them. Why not use your skills and join our Sales Team in Darlington .

We understand that life never stands still, and like most roles within EE, this opportunity is designed with flexibility in mind. We’re here to support you in being successful, meaning we’ll do everything we can to make sure you don’t miss that appointment or can look after your family in an emergency. Just a few ways we’re doing this include giving you the opportunity to schedule your own breaks and banking time, and the option of occasional home working.

What’s in it for you?

• A great starting salary of  £23,504 rising to £24,064 after 8 onths of being here, plus incentives and bonuses.
• Online GP – Giving you access to a GP via telephone or video 24/7 for both you and your immediate family, fully funded by us.
• Market leading paid carer’s leave, up to 2 weeks off for carers to give that bit of extra support to our colleagues who are caring for family or friends who are disabled, ill or elderly.
• Family Leave - Equalised maternity, paternity, and adoption leave and it gives all parents 18 weeks full pay and 8 weeks half pay in the first year however they choose to grow their family.
• Huge discounts of EE & BT products including your Mobile and Broadband – saving you hundreds of pounds every year.
• Support in carving your own career path. We are passionate about developing our people and we’ll support you in achieving the career you want.
• Season Ticket Travel Loan – giving you the funds to pay for your travel to and from work up front, making a difference where it counts.
• Volunteering days, so you can give back to your local community.
• Optional Private Healthcare and Dental, to protect you and your family.

On top of all that, we’ve got a great team culture, meaningful support and tailored training to help you build a lasting career. What are you waiting for?

Where:   EE Darlington
Full time:  Permanent 
Salary:  £25,087.00 rising to £5,684.00 at 9 months in role, plus uncapped commission 
Hourly rate:  £12 2 per hour rising to 3.12 per hour at 9 months in role
Start date:  November 2025 onwards

Why this job matters

If you’re a confident talker who enjoys asking questions and getting to know people, then this could be the role for you. Maybe you have a wealth of life experience and building relationships, or maybe negotiating mealtime meltdowns with your family is a daily occurrence. If so, you have transferrable skills to succeed in a sales advisor role with EE. We’ll give you training on the rest so you’re ready to talk confidently about all our products and services.

We don’t do ‘hard sales’. The role involves talking to customers over the phone about how we can enhance their digital lives and discuss the right products for them. Why not use your skills and join our Sales Team in Darlington .

We understand that life never stands still, and like most roles within EE, this opportunity is designed with flexibility in mind. We’re here to support you in being successful, meaning we’ll do everything we can to make sure you don’t miss that appointment or can look after your family in an emergency. Just a few ways we’re doing this include giving you the opportunity to schedule your own breaks and banking time, and the option of occasional home working.

What’s in it for you?

• A great starting salary of  £23,504 rising to £24,064 after 8 onths of being here, plus incentives and bonuses.
• Online GP – Giving you access to a GP via telephone or video 24/7 for both you and your immediate family, fully funded by us.
• Market leading paid carer’s leave, up to 2 weeks off for carers to give that bit of extra support to our colleagues who are caring for family or friends who are disabled, ill or elderly.
• Family Leave - Equalised maternity, paternity, and adoption leave and it gives all parents 18 weeks full pay and 8 weeks half pay in the first year however they choose to grow their family.
• Huge discounts of EE & BT products including your Mobile and Broadband – saving you hundreds of pounds every year.
• Support in carving your own career path. We are passionate about developing our people and we’ll support you in achieving the career you want.
• Season Ticket Travel Loan – giving you the funds to pay for your travel to and from work up front, making a difference where it counts.
• Volunteering days, so you can give back to your local community.
• Optional Private Healthcare and Dental, to protect you and your family.

On top of all that, we’ve got a great team culture, meaningful support and tailored training to help you build a lasting career. What are you waiting for?