Fashion Buyer – 12-Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover) Location: Swords, Co.
Dublin (Hybrid) Partnered with Teamworx Recruitment Teamworx are delighted to partner with a well Irish lifestyle retailer to recruit an experienced Fashion Buyer for a 12-month maternity cover role.
This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of key womenswear categories within a successful and growing retail business.
About the Role You will lead the full buying cycle—range building, sourcing, supplier management, negotiation, product development, and trading.
Reporting to a Senior Buyer, you'll deliver trend-led, commercial collections across retail and eCommerce while driving sales, margin, and stock performance.
There will be travel required to China Bi-annually.
You will also be required to do store visits with trips to the head quarters and attend shows at times.
There is potential for a permanent role based on performance and business needs.
What's on Offer Competitive salary package Hybrid working Career progression opportunities International sourcing travel (China) Supportive, collaborative work culture Staff discounts and wellbeing benefits Key Responsibilities Develop trend-led, customer-focused womenswear ranges.
Manage global suppliers and negotiate best costs and terms.
Analyse sales and stock to drive commercial decisions.
Oversee product development, fit sessions, and approvals.
Collaborate with marketing, eCommerce, VM, and retail teams.
Support and guide junior team members.
Experience Required 5+ years' fashion buying experience (womenswear preferred).
Experience with sourcing in China is a must.
Strong understanding of trends, fabrics, and garment construction.
Proven commercial and analytical skills.
Excellent negotiation and supplier management experience.
Strong organisational and communication skills.
Take your buying career to the next level!
Join a top Irish lifestyle retailer, own key womenswear categories, and make a real impact across retail and eCommerce.
Apply now or contact Elaine at ********** for further information.