Buying Assistant - Lifestyle, Huddersfield
Client:
Buy It Direct Group
Location:
Huddersfield, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
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Job Views:
17
Posted:
18.06.2025
Expiry Date:
02.08.2025
Job Description:
Buying Assistant - Lifestyle, Huddersfield
Join our expanding Lifestyle buying team at our Huddersfield headquarters. We are looking for an ambitious, organized, and creative Buying Assistant or recent graduate with a passion for fashion and interiors. This is a full-time, permanent role offering up to £25,000 per year, dependent on experience, with excellent career progression opportunities and benefits.
About Us:
Based at our Huddersfield HQ, our vibrant Lifestyle team drives the success of brands like furniture.co.uk and betterbathrooms.co.uk. We aim to set trends and push boundaries in online retail.
The Opportunity:
As a Buying Assistant, you will work closely with a team of trend-setting Buyers to contribute to our business growth. You will support the team with administrative tasks and gain valuable experience in buying.
Why You Should Join:
* Be part of a rapidly expanding company with a pivotal role in our success.
* If passionate about fashion and interiors, turn your passion into a career.
Your Responsibilities:
* Research trends, create mood boards, and analyze products.
* Communicate with suppliers worldwide via Teams and email.
* Assist with administrative duties and generate reports using Excel.
* Attend trade fairs to explore new suppliers.
* Work with Buying & Merchandising Teams for data accuracy.
* Coordinate with Quality Control and Customer Service to monitor returns and improvements.
* Collaborate with Marketing to optimize product presentation.
* Manage product development timelines and compliance.
What We're Looking For:
* Interest in trends and product development.
* Adaptability and flexibility.
* Degree in fashion or buying preferred.
* Previous experience as a Buyer's Assistant is a plus but not essential.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
* Attention to detail and quality.
* Self-motivated team player with a drive to succeed.
Ready to Join Us?
If you're interested, contact us to discuss how you can become part of our team. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Why work for us
At Buy It Direct, we are one of the UK's largest and fastest-growing online retailers. We pride ourselves on our products, services, and customer focus, continuously challenging the status quo.
Hours: 39.5 Benefits:
* Healthcare cash plan
* Free parking
* Birthday off after a year
* Holiday purchase scheme
* Staff discount
* Autonomy to make a difference
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