* Hybrid Working
* Free Parking
About Our Client
Our client is a renowned player in the retail industry, boasting an employee base of over 500 across multiple locations. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, they take pride in delivering top-notch products and services to their consumers. They are known for internal progression and a friendly working environment and are now seeking to add a Buying Admin Assistant to join the buying team.
Job Description
* Provide administrative support to the Buying Team across all categories.
* Assist with Monday Trade meeting preparation, using our systems to run reports and reviewing weekly sales analysis, best sellers, and upcoming deliveries.
* Prepare and update presentations and comp shops for weekly/monthly meetings and maintain ongoing development sheets for the department.
* Critical path management.
* Sample management and tracking.
* Photoshoot sample management.
* Maintain the shipment tracker with accuracy and attention to detail.
* Support the Buyer and Merchandiser in seasonal review and selection of the new season product range, considering sales performance, price architecture, intake margin, identifying key styles, and seasonality.
* Provide presentations to the wider business of the upcoming collection and highlight key products.
* Order raising and SKU setup, providing the relevant information for orders to be raised and monitoring the accuracy of all orders to ensure the correct stock flow into the business.
* Collaborate with key functions: Ecom, Ops, Customer services, and Marketing on a daily basis.
* Carry out competitive reviews to develop and maintain knowledge of the current marketplace and identify opportunities for the brand.
* Take part in store visits alongside the Buyer and provide detailed feedback.
* Perform additional ad-hoc tasks.
The Successful Applicant
* Team player - ability to manage working relationships at all levels.
* Understanding of the clothing industry & trading environments. Broad knowledge of either retail or wholesale environments.
* Creative flair - ability to balance creative product selection with a commercial eye.
* Ideally, to have a buying, fashion, or textiles degree.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary + Mix of Office & Home Working - (3 Office Days / 2 Work from Home Days) + 37.5 Hour work week + Flexible working hours + Progression Opportunities + Free Parking + Close to transport links + Early Finish on a Friday + Discount on Product.
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