Buying & Merchandising Assistant, Beauty, Buying & Merchandising

Dublin
Permanent
Full-time

13 days ago

GET TO KNOW USAt Brown Thomas Arnotts, we are Reinventing Retail. Our purpose is to enrich our customer’s lives, which we achieve by living our values – Going Above and Beyond, Driving Creativity and Innovation, and Doing the Right Thing. We are one business with two iconic brands, bringing exciting experience to life through our digital and physical destinations. Our customer engagement sets the bar in service and experiential retail, giving our customers something to love every time.KNOW THE ROLEWe are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Beauty Buying & Merchandising Assistant to join our Beauty Buying team at Brown Thomas Arnotts. This is an exciting opportunity to work within one of the most dynamic and innovative categories in our business, supporting the delivery of trend-led, customer-focused product ranges that define our beauty experience.Working closely with the Buyer, Assistant Buyer and cross-functional teams, you will play an essential role in managing team administrative tasks, placing orders, managing product data, supporting supplier relationships, and coordinating buying processes to ensure the department delivers on sales, margin, and stock objectives. The role requires strong systems capability, numerical confidence, and an understanding of how accurate ordering and stock availability directly support sales - particularly across core NOS (Never Out of Stock) SKUs. This is an operational role critical to the day-to-day effectiveness of the buying function.This is a full-time permanent position.Key Responsibilities:Support the Beauty Buying team in achieving departmental targets through accurate data management and administrative excellencePlace purchase orders quickly, accurately, and in line with agreed stock, OTB, and inventory controlsEnsure all purchases, allocations, and replenishment activity are correct and aligned with stock and sales objectivesMaintain pricing, cost, and currency accuracy across all relevant systemsManage continuity orders and coordinate stock flow from supplier to warehouse and storesBuild and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and internal partners including Retail Operations, Logistics, and FinanceSupport with setting up promotions and product launches & raise corresponding supplier reportsAssist with reporting and performance tracking for the departmentStay informed on market trends, competitor activity, and new brand opportunities within the beauty categoryProvide daily operational and administrative support to ensure seamless execution across the Buying and Merchandising functionKNOW WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

1–2 years ‘experience in a Buying or Merchandising role, preferably within beauty or retail
Qualification in Buying, Merchandising, or a related discipline
Advanced Excel skills with a strong analytical and data-driven mindset
Highly organised, disciplined, and capable of managing multiple priorities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams
Energetic, enthusiastic, and proactive in supporting team goals
Excellent time management skills and the ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrates commercial awareness and a passion for retail
Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and high performance
Acts with integrity, professionalism, and alignment to Brown Thomas Arnotts’ Vision, Purpose, and Values

KNOW WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOUWe believe that every team member should have the opportunity to curate a meaningful career that enhances professional and personal development. That is why we foster a culture of belonging and inclusiveness where your voice is valuable. A great customer experience starts with a great people experience, and we’re proud to have been recognised by multiple industry bodies for our progressive workplace culture.As a Brown Thomas Arnotts team member, you will benefit from:

Competitive Salary
Contributory Pension Scheme
Competitive annual leave entitlement
Team Member discount across the world’s most iconic brands
Recognition Days for Volunteering & Wellbeing
Wellbeing Initiatives
Extensive Learning & Development Offerings
Leading Talent Programmes
Flexible Working Model
Additional Benefits

KNOW HOW WE WORKExperience is our business: Our customer engagement sets the bar in service and experiential retail, giving our customers something to love every time.We Are More Than Shops: We create enjoyable places, to excite, where people socialise, discover, learn and are inspired, and where local communities are enriched.We are Curators: Our unique range of product and services are key to the sense of excitement that Brown Thomas Arnotts is renowned for, whether for a special day or every day, things that make our customer’s lives better.We Care for Our People: We believe a great customer experience starts with a great people experience. That is why we promote a culture where talent is nurtured and where creativity and learning are valued.We Succeed by Working Sustainably: We are community-focused and our aim is to cultivate retail environments that are conscious, considerate and commercial.Brown Thomas Arnotts is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where culture and creativity come together. Our future success depends on the perspectives and contributions of all team members – their diverse backgrounds, abilities and experiences make our business stronger. We don’t discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, family status, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion, and / or membership of the Travelling community.We aim to ensure the candidate experience is accessible to all and every new team member who joins Brown Thomas Arnotts can expect to become part of a progressive community where different backgrounds, views & personalities aren’t just welcomed – they’re positively nurtured. After all, we want you to bring your whole self to work. Please contact us at to request accommodation.

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