Buyer 

Bristol / Avonmouth HQ | Hybrid working (2–3 days in the office) 

Ready to take your branded buying career beyond the high street? 

At Harding+, the brands you buy won't just be seen in one location they'll be stocked onboard luxury cruise ships sailing through the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Alaska and Northern Europe, reaching millions of guests from around the world. 

Global Travel Retail is one of the most exciting and fast moving sectors in retail. Customer profiles change with every itinerary, buying decisions are influenced by destination and seasonality, and creating the right branded assortment requires both commercial instinct and a deep understanding of the customer. 

We're looking for an experienced Brands Buyer to manage an exciting portfolio of leading fashion and lifestyle brands. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has established themselves within branded buying and is looking for a role that offers genuine variety, international exposure and the opportunity to shape assortments for a global retail business. 

What are we looking for. 

• Previous experience buying branded fashion or lifestyle products. 

• Are you a junior buyer looking to take the next step. 

• Strong commercial awareness with excellent analytical skills. 

• Experience negotiating with branded suppliers. 

• The confidence to influence both internal and external stakeholders. 

• A passion for brands, trends and delivering exceptional product ranges. 

• Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple seasons and priorities. 

Experience buying apparel, outerwear, accessories or premium lifestyle brands would be particularly valuable. 

What you'll be doing 

• Managing a portfolio of established branded fashion and lifestyle suppliers. 

• Building commercially successful assortments across brands and leading labels. 

• Identifying new brands and product opportunities that will resonate with our international cruise guests. 

• Developing strong relationships with brand partners and negotiating commercial terms. 

• Planning seasonal ranges that reflect changing destinations, customer demographics and market trends. 

• Analysing sales performance and using insight for future ranges. 

• Working closely with Merchandising, Marketing, Operations and Visual Merchandising to deliver successful product launches. 

• Managing supplier relationships to ensure product availability and timely deliveries. 

• Attending trade shows, brand appointments and supplier meetings to stay ahead of emerging trends and opportunities. 

Why Harding+? 

Harding+ is the world's leading cruise retailer, operating across 80+ ships globally and creating exceptional retail experiences for millions of guests every year. 

For a Brands Buyer, this is a rare opportunity to move beyond traditional retail buying and work within a truly global environment where no two seasons are the same. 

You'll have the opportunity to work with leading international brands, influence assortments seen by customers from across the world and help shape retail experiences unlike anywhere else in the industry. 

If you're an experienced branded fashion buyer looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. 

Alongside joining an ambitious, growing business, you’ll benefit from a package designed to support your wellbeing, lifestyle and long-term security. 

• Annual bonus opportunity  

• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays  

• Free onsite parking  

• Online discounts with major high street retailers  

• Employee wellbeing assistance programme  

• Staff social events and parties  

• 4x life assurance  

• Healthcare cashback plan  

• Hybrid working and a collaborative office environment  

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now.