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.
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