Assistant Buyer

JR United Kingdom; Warrington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the fashion industry is seeking an Assistant Buyer to support the buying process and manage supplier relationships. This role involves coordinating development, analyzing trade reports, and ensuring quality during production stages. Candidates should have relevant buying experience and a keen interest in fashion trends, with competitive benefits including 25 days of annual leave and generous staff discounts.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays, plus birthday off

40% staff discount and sample sales

Qualifications

• Relevant buying experience in the fashion industry.
• Experience coordinating with teams like Merchandising, Design, QC, Studio.

Responsibilities

• Support Buying with prices and development.
• Manage design overviews and weekly summaries of products.
• Analyze weekly trade reports and identify actions.

Skills

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Interest in fashion and trends

Ability to work independently

Strong sense of initiative

Job description

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At AM London Fashion Ltd, we are passionate about delivering high-quality, trend-led fashion through our brand, Threadbare. Established in 2017, we have built a reputation for designing stylish, accessible clothing that keeps our customers ahead of the fashion curve.

Our ever-expanding team of designers and industry experts ensures that Threadbare stays at the forefront of fashion, blending catwalk-inspired trends with wearable, everyday style. We source inspiration from global fashion capitals and street-style movements, translating them into collections that are both contemporary and affordable.

With a commitment to ethical sourcing, sustainability, and quality craftsmanship, we strive to create clothing that not only looks great but is also responsibly made. At AM London Fashion Ltd, we believe fashion should be a force for good, and we are dedicated to shaping a future where style and sustainability go hand in hand.

We're now looking for an established Assistant Buyer experience who is competent in managing suppliers, developing newness, negotiating prices

Key roles and responsibilities:

• Supporting Buying with prices and development
• Managing design overviews and weekly summaries of product for different platforms.
• Supporting BAA management and priorities
• Managing own category with support of Buyer
• Analysing weekly trade report and identifying actions
• Regular comp shops to identify new and missed opportunities in the range
• Liaising with factories to support critical path management
• Attending weekly fit sessions with QC and design to establish best fits and quality

Skills required:

• Relevant buying experience in the fashion industry to a similar level
• Great communication skills - you will be co ordinating with teams such as Merchandising, Design, QC, Studio
• Commercially aware - how to interpret and adapt market trends to the customer to maximise sales
• Keen interest in fashion and trends
• Ability to work independently to tight deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Driven with a strong sense of initiative

What we can offer you:

• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays, plus your birthday off
• Generous 40% staff discount and sample sales