We are partnering with a fashion brand who are seeking an Assistant Buyer to join their dynamic womenswear team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative and fast-paced buying environment, where you'll play a key role in managing the critical path, negotiating prices, and supporting the wider Buying function.
The ideal candidate will be highly organised, analytical, and proactive, with a keen eye for detail. You'll be a positive team player with a strong commercial mindset and a genuine passion for fashion and product.
Main Responsibilities will include:
* Support the Buyer in the day-to-day running of the department.
* Manage and prioritise the workload of the Buyers Admin Assistant.
* Conduct trend analysis and competitive shopping, reviewing price architecture to ensure commercial relevance.
* Maintain smooth departmental operations, ensuring product launch processes and systems are accurate and up to date in line with the critical path.
* Prepare for meetings, ensuring samples are pulled and presented to a high standard.
* Liaise closely with Design, Merchandising, and Wholesale teams to support cross-functional collaboration.
* Oversee master data management on the PLM system.
Person Specification:
* Previous experience as a Senior Buyers Admin Assistant or Assistant Buyer.
* Experience with negotiating costs and supplier relationships.
* Strong product eye with excellent commercial awareness.
* Proficient in PC applications, including PowerPoint and Excel.
* Driven and self-motivated, with strong analytical and numeracy skills.
* Highly organised with excellent time management skills.