Buyers Admin Assistant - Fashion

FASHION PERSONNEL; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid holiday

Job summary

FASHION PERSONNEL is seeking a proactive Buyers Admin Assistant to support both womenswear and menswear buying teams. You will handle admin and coordination of the product lifecycle from concept to delivery in-store and online, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

The role demands high organisation, strong Excel/data-entry skills, clear communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced fashion head office environment.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Fashion interest

Tools

Excel

Data entry

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.