51 Primark jobs in West Midlands
Senior Buyer - Fashion Retail
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The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the fashion retail landscape, a keen eye for style, and a proven track record of achieving sales and margin targets. You will conduct market research, attend trade shows, and build strong partnerships with both established and new suppliers globally. Key responsibilities include negotiating contracts, managing OTB (Open To Buy) budgets, analysing sales performance data, and making informed buying decisions to maximise commercial success. You will be adept at forecasting demand, managing inventory levels, and developing strategies to minimise markdowns and optimise stock turn. Strong commercial acumen, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment are essential. A passion for fashion and a commitment to delivering stylish, high-quality products that resonate with the target customer are paramount.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive buying strategies for assigned product categories.
- Source, select, and purchase fashion apparel and accessories to meet commercial objectives.
- Identify and capitalise on emerging fashion trends and market opportunities.
- Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with global suppliers.
- Negotiate favourable terms, pricing, and payment conditions with vendors.
- Manage the Open To Buy (OTB) budget effectively, ensuring optimal stock levels.
- Analyse sales data, market trends, and competitor activity to inform buying decisions.
- Collaborate with design, marketing, and visual merchandising teams to create cohesive collections.
- Ensure product quality meets brand standards and customer expectations.
- Manage the intake process and work with supply chain teams for timely delivery.
- Drive product innovation and contribute to the overall brand vision.
- Prepare seasonal buying plans and performance reports.
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in fashion buying, with a proven track record of success.
- Extensive knowledge of the fashion retail market, including current trends and key players.
- Demonstrated ability to develop profitable product assortments and manage buying budgets.
- Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Proficiency in retail buying systems and MS Office, particularly Excel.
- Excellent analytical, commercial, and strategic thinking abilities.
- Strong understanding of merchandising principles and inventory management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model.
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
Store Manager - Fashion Retail
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and motivate a retail team to achieve sales and performance targets.
- Manage all day-to-day store operations, ensuring smooth and efficient running.
- Oversee visual merchandising to create an attractive and engaging store environment.
- Manage inventory levels, stock control, and ordering processes.
- Recruit, train, and develop store staff.
- Provide excellent customer service and build strong customer relationships.
- Analyse sales data and identify opportunities for growth.
- Implement company policies and procedures effectively.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Manage store budget and control expenses.
- Proven experience as a Retail Store Manager, preferably in fashion.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent understanding of retail operations and visual merchandising.
- Proven ability to drive sales and achieve targets.
- Exceptional customer service skills.
- Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Passion for fashion and strong commercial awareness.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Senior Merchandiser - Fashion Retail
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As a Senior Merchandiser, you will analyse sales data, market trends, and competitor activity to forecast demand and develop accurate stock plans. You will collaborate closely with the buying, planning, and allocation teams to ensure the right products are in the right place at the right time. Key responsibilities include managing inventory budgets, optimising stock turn, minimising markdowns, and identifying opportunities to increase sales and margin through effective merchandising strategies. You will present your findings and recommendations to senior management, influencing key commercial decisions.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in retail merchandising, with at least 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within the fashion sector. You must have a deep understanding of retail math, inventory management principles, and sales forecasting techniques. Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills are essential, coupled with strong commercial acumen and the ability to influence and build relationships with cross-functional teams. Proficiency in merchandising software and advanced Excel skills are required. A proactive approach, attention to detail, and a passion for fashion are vital.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop and implement seasonal and weekly merchandising plans for allocated product areas.
- Analyse sales performance, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.
- Manage inventory levels to meet sales targets while minimising excess stock.
- Collaborate with buying teams to ensure alignment on product assortment and strategy.
- Optimise product placement and visual merchandising within stores and online.
- Manage markdowns and promotional activities to drive sales and clear stock.
- Monitor stock health and identify risks and opportunities.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external partners.
- Report on key merchandising KPIs and provide recommendations for improvement.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and competitor activity.
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled merchandiser to make a significant impact on the commercial success of a leading fashion brand in a challenging and rewarding environment.
Visual Merchandiser - Fashion Retail
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement creative visual merchandising strategies to align with brand guidelines and seasonal campaigns.
- Plan and execute in-store displays, window presentations, and point-of-sale setups that attract customers and maximise product appeal.
- Ensure all merchandising is executed to a high standard, maintaining brand consistency across all locations.
- Work closely with store managers and retail teams to effectively implement visual merchandising directives.
- Analyse sales data and customer feedback to identify opportunities for improving visual merchandising impact.
- Source and manage props, fixtures, and signage to support visual displays.
- Keep up-to-date with current fashion trends, competitor activities, and visual merchandising best practices.
- Train and guide store staff on visual merchandising standards and execution.
- Create floor plans and visual directives for store layouts and product placement.
- Contribute to the development of visual merchandising guidelines and training materials.
- Manage inventory of visual merchandising materials and ensure efficient stock rotation.
- Proven experience in a Visual Merchandising role, preferably within the fashion or retail sector.
- Strong understanding of visual merchandising techniques, retail display principles, and brand presentation.
- Excellent creative and aesthetic sensibility, with a keen eye for colour, proportion, and balance.
- Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp) is a plus.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively, balancing on-site and remote tasks.
- A passion for fashion and a good understanding of current market trends.
- Flexibility to travel to various store locations as required.
- Ability to interpret and execute brand directives effectively.
- A portfolio showcasing previous visual merchandising work is highly desirable.
Store Manager - Fashion Retail
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Key Responsibilities:
- Manage all aspects of store operations, ensuring profitability and efficiency.
- Lead, train, coach, and develop a high-performing retail team.
- Drive sales performance through effective merchandising, promotions, and customer engagement.
- Ensure exceptional customer service standards are consistently met.
- Manage inventory control, including stock takes, ordering, and loss prevention.
- Implement and maintain visual merchandising standards to maximize product appeal.
- Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and returns effectively.
- Monitor store performance against KPIs and implement action plans for improvement.
- Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and health & safety regulations.
- Manage staff scheduling, payroll, and HR-related matters.
- Build strong relationships with customers and foster a loyal client base.
- Stay informed about fashion trends and competitor activities.
- Previous experience as a Retail Store Manager or Assistant Manager, preferably in fashion.
- Proven ability to drive sales and achieve targets.
- Strong leadership, team management, and motivational skills.
- Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
- Experience with inventory management and visual merchandising.
- Proficiency in retail POS systems and basic computer applications.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.
- A passion for fashion and understanding of current retail trends.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in staff training and development.
Store Manager - Fashion Retail
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Store Manager - Premium Fashion Retail
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Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all daily store operations, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning.
- Drive sales performance to meet and exceed targets through effective sales strategies and team management.
- Recruit, train, coach, and develop a talented team of sales associates, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Maintain impeccable visual merchandising standards, ensuring the store is always appealing and aligned with brand guidelines.
- Manage stock control, including ordering, receiving, and inventory accuracy, to minimize loss and maximize availability.
- Deliver exceptional customer service, building strong relationships with clients and resolving any issues promptly.
- Manage store expenses and ensure profitability in line with company objectives.
- Implement and adhere to all company policies and procedures, including health and safety regulations.
- Analyze sales reports and market trends to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
- Represent the brand professionally and act as an ambassador for the company.
- Conduct performance reviews and provide regular feedback to team members.
- Ensure the security of the store and its assets.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager within fashion retail, ideally with 3+ years in a management capacity.
- Demonstrated success in driving sales and achieving targets.
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate.
- Excellent understanding of visual merchandising principles and customer service excellence.
- Experience with stock management and inventory control.
- Commercial awareness and a good understanding of retail KPIs.
- Passion for fashion and a strong sense of style.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Proficiency in retail POS systems and basic computer skills.
This role offers a competitive salary, attractive bonus structure, staff discounts, and the opportunity to shape the success of a renowned fashion brand.
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Assistant Store Manager - Fashion Retail
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Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Store Manager in all aspects of daily store operations.
- Drive sales performance by assisting with sales strategies, promotions, and customer engagement.
- Ensure the store is consistently merchandised to brand standards and visually appealing.
- Manage stock levels, process deliveries, and conduct stocktakes accurately.
- Provide exceptional customer service, resolving queries and complaints effectively.
- Assist in the recruitment, training, and development of the sales team.
- Supervise staff on the shop floor, ensuring high levels of performance and customer interaction.
- Maintain store security and adhere to company policies and procedures.
- Contribute to achieving store targets for sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
- Handle cash and card transactions accurately.
- Previous experience in a retail environment, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or assistant management role.
- A passion for fashion and an understanding of current trends.
- Strong sales acumen and a customer-centric approach.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to motivate and lead a team.
- Good organisational and time management skills.
- Experience with POS systems and inventory management.
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends.
Senior Store Manager - Fashion Retail
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a team of retail associates to achieve and exceed sales targets.
- Drive store performance through effective sales strategies, visual merchandising, and customer engagement.
- Manage day-to-day store operations, including opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and stock management.
- Recruit, train, and develop a motivated and customer-focused sales team.
- Ensure the highest standards of visual merchandising and store presentation are maintained.
- Manage inventory levels, conduct stocktakes, and implement loss prevention strategies.
- Provide exceptional customer service, resolving customer queries and complaints effectively.
- Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities for growth.
- Uphold brand standards and ensure a consistent luxury customer experience.
- Contribute to regional and company-wide initiatives to drive business success.
We are looking for candidates with a minimum of 5 years of experience in retail management, preferably within the fashion or luxury goods sector. Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential. You must be commercially astute, with a keen understanding of retail KPIs and sales drivers. This role requires flexibility in working hours, including weekends and occasional evenings. The successful candidate will be a proactive and motivated individual, capable of thriving in a fast-paced retail environment. The opportunity to shape the success of a key retail location within a respected brand makes this a compelling career move.
Senior Merchandising Manager - Fashion Retail
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive merchandising strategies to achieve sales and profit targets.
- Oversee product assortment planning, ensuring alignment with brand strategy and customer demand.
- Manage inventory levels across all channels, optimizing stock allocation and minimizing markdowns.
- Conduct in-depth sales analysis and forecasting, identifying trends and opportunities.
- Collaborate with buying teams to source and select appropriate product ranges.
- Work with marketing and visual merchandising teams to create impactful in-store and online product presentations.
- Manage and mentor a team of merchandisers, providing guidance and professional development.
- Monitor competitor activities and market trends to inform merchandising decisions.
- Drive margin improvement through effective pricing, promotion, and markdown strategies.
- Prepare regular performance reports for senior management, highlighting key insights and recommendations.
Qualifications:
- Significant experience in retail merchandising, preferably within the fashion sector.
- Proven track record of developing and implementing successful merchandising strategies.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in retail math and forecasting techniques.
- Experience in managing inventory and optimizing stock levels.
- Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
- Strong understanding of the fashion retail landscape and current trends.
- Proficiency in merchandising software and ERP systems.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment, balancing office-based and remote work.
- A passion for fashion and retail excellence.
This role offers a fantastic opportunity to shape the product offering and drive commercial success for a leading fashion retailer. The position is based in Birmingham, West Midlands, UK , with a hybrid working model.