Assistant Buyer: Trend-Driven Fashion & Growth

SHEIN; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

SHEIN is seeking an Assistant Buyer in Manchester to support trend-led product development from concept to online delivery. You will assist with day-to-day buying functions, ensure the collection stays aligned with brand identity, and help manage fit and sample processes.

Key activities include trend research, exploitation of data insights for weekly updates, managing the critical path, lead times, and market analysis.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a Buying team.
• Experience supporting product categories from concept to delivery.
• Ability to support and deliver on KPIs in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Excel and similar software.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to adapt to change and prioritise workload in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support product development to ensure trend alignment with brand aesthetics.
• Assist in product development and sign-offs, ensuring fit comments for new styles.
• Extract insights from data reporting and present weekly updates to management.
• Assist in managing Critical path, lead times, and product launch dates.
• Collaborate with PR, Creative, Brand and Management to align with product vision and business objectives.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Job description

SHEIN is seeking an Assistant Buyer in Manchester to support trend-led product development from concept to online delivery. You will assist with day-to-day buying functions, ensure the collection stays aligned with brand identity, and help manage fit and sample processes.

Key activities include trend research, exploitation of data insights for weekly updates, managing the critical path, lead times, and market analysis.