Junior Buyer

We’re looking for a Junior Buyer to join our Buying team and play a key role in supporting the delivery of commercial plans that maximise sales and profitability.

In this role, you’ll work closely with Buyers and Merchandisers to build strong supplier relationships, support product and promotional activity, and contribute to creating a compelling offer for our customers. You’ll be part of a collaborative team where you can build your skills, develop your commercial understanding and grow towards a future Buyer role.

Salary: Up to £34,000 per annum

What You’ll Do

• Support the day-to-day management of supplier relationships, acting as a key contact where appropriate
• Help plan and deliver marketing and promotional activity that supports customer needs and business performance
• Contribute to sales, margin and profitability targets across assigned fragrance houses
• Use data and insight to identify opportunities to improve sales and optimise performance
• Support the delivery of 360° commercial plans across in-store and digital channels, including launches and promotions
• Work closely with Merchandising and cross-functional teams to support stock health, trading decisions and performance

What You’ll Bring

• A strong interest in retail and commercial trading, with a desire to develop towards a Buyer role
• A collaborative, customer-focused mindset with curiosity and a proactive approach
• Commercial awareness, with an interest in developing negotiation and influencing skills
• Strong organisation and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience or exposure to buying, merchandising, retail or digital trading (or transferable experience)

What You’ll Gain

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Discretionary Bonus – We love to share our success with you!
• Access to Stream, to support your financial wellbeing needs, giving you more control and flexibility with your pay.
• Hybrid Working! 3 days office and 2 days off-site.
• Access to our TPS Perks which offers you a variety of saving and discount options.
• Buy & Sell Holiday scheme and Life Assurance.
• 20% staff discount, as well as discounts at Superdrug and Three Mobile.
• Round the clock support from our partnership with RetailTrust.
• Cycle to work scheme for those who don’t mind riding up the hills of High Wycombe.

“We’re a sociable bunch of down-to-earth people, who enjoy our work and each other’s company”

Agencies: We are not accepting speculative CV’s or profiles and kindly request that you refrain from contacting us.

The Perfume Shop is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.