Assistant Buyer, Apparel — London (Hybrid, 4 Days In-Office)

Disney; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company is seeking a proactive Assistant Buyer to join its team in London. The role involves supporting the Apparel buying function by managing purchase orders and assisting with product development. Candidates should have experience in a retail buying role, a degree in a relevant field, strong organisational and communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position offers a fixed term contract until September 2026, along with attractive benefits including private medical insurance and discounts on Disney products.

Benefits

Private medical insurance & dental care

Free Park Entry

Disney Discounts

Disney+ Subscription

Excellent parental and guardian leave

Employee Resource Groups

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar buying role within a retail or omni-channel environment.
• Previous experience as a Buyer's Assistant.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the Buyer in managing product development timelines and approvals.
• Conduct quarterly trend and competitive analysis to inform product recommendations.
• Prepare and maintain photobooks and product briefs for merchandising and creative teams.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Financial aptitude

Attention to detail

Education

Degree-level education in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Merchandise systems

Job description

A leading entertainment company is seeking a proactive Assistant Buyer to join its team in London. The role involves supporting the Apparel buying function by managing purchase orders and assisting with product development. Candidates should have experience in a retail buying role, a degree in a relevant field, strong organisational and communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position offers a fixed term contract until September 2026, along with attractive benefits including private medical insurance and discounts on Disney products.