Overview
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Based at our Shoreditch office, the Junior Buyer will report into one of our Buying Managers and contribute to the Buying team’s continuity collections. The role focuses on process control, intake management, and system accuracy to support never-out-of-stock lines while maintaining visibility over intake activity.
What You’ll Be Doing (Key Responsibilities)
* Partner with the merchandising team to understand Continuity requirements and ensure delivery scheduling supports trading needs.
* Oversee intake planning and monitor Continuity trigger dates with accuracy.
* Maintain and update systems, line lists, and delivery trackers to ensure data integrity for Continuity.
* Identify trading opportunities by monitoring Continuity stock and flagging them to the Head of Buying and Buying Manager.
* Track, analyse, and report on intake performance, highlighting risks or variances with structured reporting as needed.
* Cross-functionally manage updates to intake amendments across product types, including duty changes and rescheduling of delivery dates.
* Communicate effectively with buyers, suppliers, and internal teams to align on intake changes; build strong supplier relationships for smooth intake and issue resolution.
* Uphold best-in-class administrative standards to drive efficiency and consistency.
* Support review and negotiation of product costs to optimize profitability and maintain competitive pricing.
* Assist in nurturing relationships with vendors and in coordinating market preparation and key documents.
* Maintain data entry accuracy for purchase orders, costs, retail prices, and other product data; ensure smooth operational flow.
* Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and ethical sourcing practices.
What We’re Looking For (Skills & Qualifications)
* Previous experience at Junior Buyer or Junior Merchandiser level (or equivalent).
* Experience with intake, delivery schedules, and line management processes.
* Experience collaborating with buying, merchandising, and supply chain functions.
* Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
* Proficiency in Google Sheets (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and related functions).
* Good negotiation skills to secure favorable terms with suppliers.
* Commercial awareness of product trends, market dynamics, and consumer behavior.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact with internal teams and external suppliers.
* Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and critical paths.
* Proactive problem-solving approach; ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced retail environment.
* Presentational skills to articulate strategies and insights clearly.
* Familiarity with relevant buying and inventory management systems.
* Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic AllSaints environment.
About the Location
Based in East London at the Shoreditch studios, with perks and benefits from local businesses. The site is a short walk from Liverpool Street and Shoreditch High Street stations.
What We Stand For
* The Customer is the Boss – We work as one team to serve our customers.
* One Team – We share ideas and collaborate.
* We Do What We Say We Will – We work with clear outcomes in mind.
* We Are Responsible – We understand our impact and stay positive about the future.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Other
Industries
* Apparel & Fashion
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