
Beauty Buyer
- Watford, Hertfordshire
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Our merchants are in the market every week fostering vendor relationships and buying exciting merchandise that represents an incredible value to our customer
- TJX is not tied to a corporate controlled matrix; we expect and encourage our Buyers to source new vendors and resources to bring in desired goods
- Our Buyers have a high level of autonomy; they have the ability to negotiate and make on-the-spot decisions while in the market place
- We provide an environment where our Buyers can be creative, free thinkers and encourage risk taking
- Opportunistically purchase quality, brand name goods
- Analyze history and current business in order to strategically forecast future opportunities
- As part of the merchandising team you will work closely with other Buyers, and Management, to meet Company goals and objectives
- Maintain knowledge of market conditions regarding price, resources and fashion as they relate to trends and key items, and react accordingly to impact sales
- Negotiate and make decisions to buy, while in the market place.
- Travel as required
- Must have a minimum of four years at the Buyer level in a fast paced retail environment in beauty category
- Prior experience as a Buyer in a large, multi-unit retail environment
- Must have a proven history of successfully driving sales results
- Must have strong analytical, financial, strategic and planning skills
- Must have a proven record of strong negotiating skills, with examples to substantiate
- Must be a go-getter, with a "can-do attitude" and a true excitement for the business
- Creative, entrepreneurial minded, with a strong comfort level with taking measurable risks
- Strong team playing, clear communication, and relationship building skills are very important in order to be successful in our business