Buyers Admin Assistant - Fashion

Fashion & Retail Personnel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer is seeking a proactive Buyers Admin Assistant to support both womenswear and menswear departments. This role involves managing purchase orders, coordinating product data, and communicating with suppliers. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, proficient in Excel, and have a passion for fashion. The position offers competitive weekly pay and a chance to work in a creative environment. Immediate availability is essential to seize this fantastic opportunity.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid holiday

Creative work environment

Qualifications

• Previous fashion retail or admin experience is desirable.
• Proficient in Excel and confident with data entry.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Raise and manage purchase orders accurately.
• Update and maintain critical paths and product data.
• Communicate with suppliers to support on deliveries and approvals.
• Assist with market research and competitor analysis.

Skills

Highly organised

Attention to detail

Proficient in Excel

Excellent communication skills

Ability to multitask

Team player

Interest in fashion

Job description

A leading fashion retailer is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Buyers Admin Assistant to join their team supporting both womenswear and menswear departments. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a long‑term career in fashion buying.

As a key support to the Buying team, you’ll be involved in the day‑to‑day admin and coordination of the product lifecycle, from initial concept through to delivery in‑store and online.

Key Responsibilities

• Raise and manage purchase orders accurately
• Update and maintain critical paths and product data
• Sample management: tracking, organising, and preparing for meetings and sign‑offs
• Communicate with suppliers to support on deliveries, samples, and approvals
• Support fit sessions, preparing samples and taking notes as required
• Work closely with Merchandising and Design teams to ensure smooth workflow
• Assist with market research and competitor analysis

About You

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Proficient in Excel and confident with data entry
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Able to multitask and work in a fast‑paced environment
• A team player with a can‑do attitude and a genuine interest in fashion
• Previous fashion retail or admin experience is desirable

On offer is a competitive salary rate which is paid on a weekly basis as well as paid holiday and the opportunity to work within a creative and fast‑paced retail head office.

As this role is temporary it is likely to be filled ASAP so being immediately available is essential, and so if you are interested in the opportunity then apply now to avoid missing out!