Buying Admin Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant fashion brand seeks a Buyers Admin Assistant to join their Manchester team. This role offers an opportunity to learn about fashion buying while providing vital support to the Buyer. Candidates must possess strong organizational skills and a genuine passion for fashion.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company bonus scheme

Company pension plan

Free on-site parking

Birthday day off

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for fashion and interest in the buying process.
• Strong numeracy skills and confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• 1-2 years experience in a retail or fashion environment is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Buyer and wider team across Menswear and Womenswear.
• Raise and update purchase orders accurately.
• Support trade reporting, including sales performance and stock levels.

Skills

Organization

Time-management

Communication

Numeracy

Proactiveness

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join Our Team at The Couture Club

The Couture Club, founded in 2015, is a Manchester-based fashion brand on a mission to create the best club on the planet.

Every garment is designed in-house at The Couture Club Headquarters with passion, care, and attention to detail.

We make luxury fashion accessible to all, creating a community where everyone can look and feel their best, effortlessly and affordably. We are obsessed with being Courageous, Curious, and Resilient in our pursuit to bring people together through our clothes and culture.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for a passionate and driven Buyers Admin Assistant to support our Buyer and play a key role in shaping our collections. This is a great opportunity for someone eager to start a career in fashion buying and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Buyer and wider B&M team across Menswear and Womenswear.
• Raise and update purchase orders accurately.
• Support with data entry, ensuring product data is accurately maintained in internal systems.
• Liaise with suppliers to track product and delivery updates.
• Communicate effectively with internal departments including Merchandising, Design, and Marketing.
• Support trade reporting, including sales performance, bestsellers, and stock levels.
• Assist with ad hoc reporting and analysis as required by the Buyer.
• Conduct competitor and market research to support product development and trend forecasting.
• Assist with range planning and the preparation of the showroom for internal meetings and sign-offs.

What We’re Looking For:

• A genuine passion for fashion and a strong interest in the buying process.
• A good understanding of The Couture Club brand and our customer.
• Highly organized with great time-management skills and attention to detail.
• Strong numeracy skills and confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Confident communicator, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, reactive environment.
• Proactive can-do attitude and a willingness to learn.
• 1-2 years previous experience in a retail or fashion environment (internships, work experience, or part-time roles) is a bonus but not essential.
• Knowledge of the buying calendar and product lifecycle is beneficial.

Salary: Up to £24,800 per year (depending on experience).

Contract: Full-time, Permanent.

Location: Manchester Head Office.

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Company bonus scheme.
• Company pension plan.
• Free on-site parking.
• Birthday day off.

Ready to Join Us?

• If you're excited about starting your career in fashion buying and want to be part of a creative and dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you'd be a great fit for The Couture Club.