Senior Buyer - Menswear - BROWNS
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- UK London, United Kingdom
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Operations
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bring a proven track record as a Buyer or Senior Buyer in Luxury/Contemporary retail, backed by an instinctive understanding of global Menswear brands, cultural trends, and emerging talent.
- Champion a balance between creative intuition and commercial discipline, leveraging financial analysis and OTB management to maximise profitability.
- Harness sell-through performance and inventory metrics to optimise stock health, driving revenue and commercial success.
- Lead, inspire, and develop a high performing team while building strong cross functional relationships to influence business wide strategy.
- Navigate a fast paced, multi brand luxury environment with a proactive mindset, high commercial resilience, and a solution focused approach.
- Demonstrate technical proficiency across Excel, modern merchandising platforms, and retail analytics tools.
Full description
BROWNS FASHION
Founded in London in 1970, Browns redefined luxury retail, becoming globally renowned for a carefully curated edit of iconic luxury designers and innovative emerging talent. Deeply rooted in our boutique heritage, Browns sets the industry standard through an unwavering commitment to discovery, authenticity, and exceptional product selection.
Our people are central to this mission. We foster individuality, celebrate diverse perspectives, and champion an inclusive, dynamic environment where talent can thrive.
LONDON
Our London office is located in Old Street and is home to a wide range of teams. Our open space is ideal for collaborative work and sharing ideas. We also have a large outdoor terrace, which is the perfect spot to have a team lunch or host events.
**THE ROLE
**As Senior Buyer, you will drive the strategic and commercial success of the Men’s RTW and Non-Apparel departments, taking full ownership of category vision, brand portfolio management, and assortment planning. You will lead and empower the buying team, directing seasonal ranges, negotiations, and market appointments. Partnering closely with the Head of Buying, you will not only steer department trade and profitability but also collaborate on cross-business projects, influencing broader commercial strategy.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Buying, Product Selection & Strategy
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Lead the Menswear seasonal buying strategy across RTW and Non-Apparel/Accessories, ensuring Browns’ assortment remains innovative, highly curated, and commercially impactful.
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Lead all market appointments, directing product selection, leading complex brand negotiations, and taking full ownership of category decision making.
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Identify and onboard high conviction emerging Menswear designers, luxury houses, and contemporary brands that align with Browns’ positioning.
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Secure key Menswear exclusives, capsule collections and limited distribution drops to cement Browns as a destination and priority partner.
Trading & Performance Analysis
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Monitor weekly sales, sell-through rates, and emerging Menswear trends; translate data into actionable insights to drive trade, maximise margin, and mitigate stock risks.
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Partner closely with Merchandising to manage stock health, and align on strategic seasonal re-orders and markdown strategies.
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Proactively identify category growth drivers and shift buying strategies to react swiftly to fast-moving Menswear market trends and customer demand.