- Location
- 87–135 Brompton Road (View map)London SW1X 7XLUK
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
About Harrods
Established in 1849, Harrods is one of the world’s most celebrated luxury department stores, distinguished by its Knightsbridge address, exceptional product selection and tradition of attentive service. As an employer, it brings together expertise across fashion, beauty, fine jewellery, food, hospitality, buying, digital commerce and corporate functions. Its environment combines British retail heritage with the evolving expectations of an international clientele, placing particular importance on product knowledge, discretion and operational precision. For professionals drawn to luxury retail, Harrods offers the opportunity to contribute to a globally recognised institution where commercial expertise and thoughtful customer service shape the experience of the brand.
Harrods is seeking a Buyer to own its Makeup Department and define and execute Beauty brand and product strategy across retail platforms. The role manages the category buying lifecycle, supplier and brand relationships, trading performance, and provides leadership to the Assistant Buyer. This is a full-time fixed-term contract until July 2027, with hybrid working and a minimum of three days on-site per week, depending on business needs.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead product selection and planning for Beauty, aligned with customer demand, trends, and divisional strategy.
- Build and manage strategic relationships with brands and suppliers, including contract negotiations, trading terms, and performance reviews.
- Monitor brand and department KPIs, identify opportunities, and adapt strategies to drive trading performance and meet business objectives.
- Collaborate with internal teams on visual merchandising, marketing, online content, and customer events to enhance brand presentation and customer engagement.
- Lead the Assistant Buyer and contribute to talent development and succession planning across the Buying function.
- Manage the category buying lifecycle end to end, lead brand negotiations, and cultivate cross-functional and supplier relationships to drive innovation and commercial performance.
- Define and execute the brand and product strategy for Beauty across all retail platforms.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in a Buying role, preferably in luxury or premium retail.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- High commercial awareness and analytical ability.
- Proficiency in Excel and retail systems.
- Commercially minded and customer-focused, with a passion for Beauty; thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Confident negotiator with creative thinking and data-driven decision-making, balancing commercial acumen with an eye for product and innovation.
Skills
Experience
Proven experience in a Buying role, preferably in luxury or premium retail.
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
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Benefits
A friendly working environment, career opportunities, and support for career development across the business. Hybrid working may include working from home for part of the week, with at least three days on-site, depending on business needs.
Culture
Harrods’ workplace culture is shaped by its heritage as an iconic British luxury retailer, with a strong emphasis on exceptional service, product expertise and meticulous attention to detail. Its dynamic, international environment brings together teams across retail, dining and specialist services, where collaboration and discretion are central to delivering a distinctive customer experience.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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