Über diese Senior Buyer - Menswear - BROWNS Stelle bei Farfetch
Our people are central to this mission. We foster individuality, celebrate diverse perspectives, and champion an inclusive, dynamic environment where talent can thrive.
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
Lead the Menswear seasonal buying strategy across RTW and Non-Apparel/Accessories, ensuring Browns’ assortment remains innovative, highly curated, and commercially impactful.
Lead all market appointments, directing product selection, leading complex brand negotiations, and taking full ownership of category decision making.
Identify and onboard high conviction emerging Menswear designers, luxury houses, and contemporary brands that align with Browns’ positioning.
Secure key Menswear exclusives, capsule collections and limited distribution drops to cement Browns as a destination and priority partner.
Trading & Performance Analysis
Monitor weekly sales, sell-through rates, and emerging Menswear trends; translate data into actionable insights to drive trade, maximise margin, and mitigate stock risks.
Partner closely with Merchandising to manage stock health, and align on strategic seasonal re-orders and markdown strategies.
Proactively identify category growth drivers and shift buying strategies to react swiftly to fast-moving Menswear market trends and customer demand.
Vendor Management & Strategic Partnerships
Nurture high level relationships with global brands, showrooms, and designers, establishing Browns as a trusted, strategic retail partner.
Balance the Menswear brand portfolio by scaling core revenue drivers alongside launching high potential and positioning emerging brands.
Lead negotiations to improve commercial terms
Team Leadership & Department Operations
Lead, mentor, and empower Assistant Buyer, fostering a high performance, commercially minded team environment.
Work closely with the Senior Management team to lead cross-functional projects and strategies demonstrating leadership within the wider Buying team at Browns.
Work closely with the Marketing and Boutique Private Client team to champion the Menswear category strategy.
WHO YOU ARE
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.
