Buyer's Assistant

Edinburgh Woollen Mill; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer in Carlisle is seeking an Assistant Buyer to support daily operations and work closely with suppliers and internal teams. This role is perfect for fashion enthusiasts eager to start their careers. Responsibilities include managing samples, conducting market research, and providing administrative support. The ideal candidate should be friendly, organised, and detail-oriented with proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers excellent growth opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Eager to learn about the fashion industry.
• Able to handle multiple tasks under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support and handle daily queries.
• Help manage the critical path and support sample approvals.
• Manage and organise samples, coordinating with suppliers.
• Conduct comparative shopping to stay aware of market trends.
• Build relationships across various teams.
• Support general ad-hoc tasks and courier packages.

Skills

Passionate about fashion

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Here at The Edinburgh Woollen Mill, we’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Buyer to join our team at our Head Office in Carlisle.

This role is perfect for someone looking to begin their career in fashion. You’ll support the Buyer with day‑to‑day operations, work closely with suppliers and internal teams, and gain hands‑on experience across the full product journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support and handle daily queries.
• Help manage the critical path and support sample approvals.
• Manage and organise samples, including coordinating with suppliers.
• Carry out comparative shopping to stay aware of market trends.
• Build strong working relationships across Buying, Merchandising, Design, Technical and Marketing teams.
• Support with general ad‑hoc tasks and courier packages.

About You

• Passionate about fashion and eager to learn.
• Friendly, organised, and able to work under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and good time management.
• Confident with Microsoft Word, Excel and general PC use.

If you’re looking to start your fashion career with a forward‑thinking business offering great development opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.

About Us

The Edinburgh Woollen Mill is a retail business comprising over 400 units, including High Street, Tourist & Destination sites, predominantly Fashion and Home. We supply ladies and menswear for the 45+ customer segment across the UK and Ireland, operating both in local high‑street stores and specialty tourist locations. Our Destination sites showcase all of the Company's concepts and other brands under local, individual fascia.