Job Description
Angel & Rocket is a passionate childrenswear retailer based in High Wycombe looking to grow its Buying team. We are a small business with a fun culture and big plans! We are growing quicky and work with many well-known partners including Next and John Lewis, and have ambitious growth plans for the future.
This is a full time role with lots of opportunity for development and working with a very experienced team ideal for someone with an interest in fashion looking to start out in Buying!
Responsibilities
* General administration supporting Buyer and Design team
* Sample management, co-ordinating samples for meetings, fit sessions, photoshoots and wholesale requirements as well as storage and sample sales
* Critical path management, chasing samples and approvals to ensure deadlines are met
* Regular competitive shopping to understand childrenswear market reporting findings back to Buyer and Design team
* Preparing for and attending photoshoots for each product phase
* Support team to prepare for weekly trade meetings
* Support the Buying and Merchandising teams with new product launches online
The Person
* Excellent communication and organisation
* Experience using Excel
* Ability to prioritise and manage work to meet deadlines
* Understanding of the Buying process
* Flexibility to work in a fast paced office
* Be a team player, understanding priorities of other departments
* Decisive and with effective problem-solving skills
* Good understanding of the retail market and fashion trends
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Generous staff discount
* Flexibility
* Pension
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