Trainee Buyer

Role overview

Primark is looking for a Trainee Buyer to help drive sales and profit by supporting the buying function and helping ensure the right products reach customers. This entry-level opportunity is designed for someone building a career toward a future Buyer position.

What you will do

In this role, you will work closely with buyers and merchandisers to help develop product ranges aligned to current trends. You will also help manage the department’s critical path so products are delivered to stores on time and meet quality expectations.

• Enter order details accurately and update internal systems whenever changes are needed.
• Compare the product offer against key competitors in terms of price, quality, and value.
• Stay in regular contact with suppliers and join relevant meetings when required.
• Track and maintain the critical path for the department.
• Follow up with suppliers on raised orders and related queries.
• Prepare size specifications.
• Handle initial sealing, production samples, fitting checks, and quality review.
• Coordinate the sending and receiving of packages to and from suppliers.
• Keep aware of weekly stock and sales information for the section in line with company policy.

What the company offers

• 27 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase 5 additional days.
• Flexible working arrangements, the possibility of an early Friday finish, and a subsidised cafeteria.
• Access to Primark Perks, including discounts with selected local partner businesses near the offices.

What Primark is looking for

Primark wants someone who can bring enthusiasm, attention to detail, and strong organisation to a fast-moving buying environment. Fashion interest and an understanding of buying are important, and this role suits someone at the start of their career.

• Interest in fashion and buying; qualifications in fashion or buying are an advantage.
• Strong passion for trends, product, and the fashion landscape across the high street, catwalks, and social media.
• Commercial awareness and a careful approach to administrative work.
• Excellent communication skills for speaking with suppliers and contributing to team meetings.
• Strong organisational ability to manage priorities and keep work areas and product flow in order.
• Commitment to ethical standards and CRS policies.

Additional information

This role is based in Dublin 1, County Dublin, Ireland. It is a full-time on-site position. Primark values a culture of care, dynamism, and teamwork, and encourages applications from people who want to grow in a supportive environment. Reasonable adjustments can be arranged during recruitment for candidates who need them, including extra time or breaks in online assessments, sign language support, mobility access, or assistive technology. Employment offers are subject to background checks, which may include right-to-work, reference, education, and, for some roles, criminal and financial checks. The reference code for this role is REF3775P.