Location:
JD Group, Hollinsbrook Way, Pilsworth, Bury, BL9 8RR.
Hours:
Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, 40 hours per week.
Apprenticeship Course:
Buying and Merchandising Assistant Level 4
Apprenticeship Duration:
18 Months FTC
About The Apprenticeship:
Kickstart Your Career in Fashion & Retail! Join us and begin your Level 4 Buying and Merchandising Apprenticeship – a hands-on, 18-month programme for those ready to step into the exciting world of retail. You’ll gain real workplace experience with a top employer while learning how products are chosen, bought, and managed in stores and online.
What you’ll get:
* A nationally recognised Level 4 qualification
* Practical skills in buying and merchandising, stock planning, and trend analysis
* One day a week of expert-led training (online)
* A salary and the chance to earn while you learn
If you’re creative, love retail, and have an eye for trends, this is your chance to build a career in one of the most dynamic industries out there.
This 18-month apprenticeship programme (excluding EPA) will develop key skills, knowledge, and behaviors of a Buying and Merchandising Apprentice, enabling collaborative work to meet KPIs.
Role Overview:
The role provides administrative support to the JD buying team. The successful candidate will have a passion for our products, with a good knowledge of current sportswear and high street fashion trends.
Key Duties/Responsibilities:
* Assist the Assistant Buyer/Buyer with the daily management of the range and samples.
* Ensure post is collected, and samples are sent out timely with correct documentation.
* Assist with order amendments and post-trade actions.
* Compile weekly Competitor Shopping Reports to monitor activity, using websites, store visits, and magazines.
* Create and update product sheets with accurate information and images.
* Manage weekly trade admin, including compiling Best and Worst documents and handling samples post-meeting.
* Chase suppliers for press samples and monitor web lines for correct and timely images.
* Support sign-off presentations with relevant data (e.g., Top 20, Top 50).
* Take minutes in meetings and ensure follow-ups.
* Manage samples for staff sales and track current trends via social media.
* Run weekly rankings for top lines and produce trend reports.
* Attend appointments as specified by the Buyer.
Core Competencies:
* Knowledge of our store and website offerings.
* Passion for our products and eagerness to learn.
* Understanding of social media relevance to categories.
* Proactive attitude and improvement suggestions.
* Market knowledge and influencing ability.
Skills/Experience/Knowledge Needed:
* JD retail experience preferred.
* Current sportswear fashion trend knowledge and passion for JD products.
* Awareness of celebrity trends in sportswear fashion.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
* Good organizational skills.
Eligibility Criteria:
* Right to work in the UK.
* Age 16 or over (no upper age limit).
* Living in England.
* Not enrolled in full-time or part-time education or other government-funded schemes.
* Resident in the UK for at least three years.
* GCSE Maths & English Level 4/Grade C or above.
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