Product Assistant - Bath & Body

Bamford Collection; Moreton-in-Marsh; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury lifestyle brand in Moreton-in-Marsh is seeking a Product Assistant to support product development for its bath and body collections. The role involves managing new product launches, coordinating samples, and conducting market research. The ideal candidate should have strong organizational skills and a passion for sustainable luxury. A full-time position with a salary of £28,000 to £32,000 per annum.

Benefits

Discounts on products and treatments

One paid volunteering day per year

Subsidised private medical insurance

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Life assurance cover

Mental health support program

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a buying or product development role.
• Understanding of product lifecycle management is essential.
• Experience in home fragrance or bath and body preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Product Development Team in launching new products.
• Conduct competitive analysis researching market trends.
• Manage product samples and coordinate requests.

Skills

Experience in product development or merchandising

Liaising with suppliers

Understanding product lifecycle management

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Commercial awareness

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

InDesign

Job description

THE BAMFORD COLLECTION IS A GROUP OF CONSCIOUSLY MINDED LIFESTYLE BRANDS COMMITTED TO NOURISHING AND NURTURING PEOPLE AND PLANET.

What drives and inspires us is the belief that we have a responsibility not just to protect the world around us but to have a positive impact on it too.

The group encompasses an organic farm and retailer; a considered clothing label; botanical skincare, bath and body collections; wellness destinations around the world; and hospitality experiences that foster a sense of community and celebrate the healing power of escapism.

We champion a slow and sustainable way of living, encouraging our customers to make choices that are greener for the planet as well as kinder to their bodies and minds.

We are more than a group of businesses striving to make a difference. We are a way of life.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Product Assistant to join our Product Development team and be at the heart of bringing our Bath & Body and Home Fragrance collections to life for both Daylesford and Bamford.

This role is perfect for someone who is highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about sustainable, luxury products. You’ll play a key part in supporting the development and launch of new collections, helping to ensure every stage of the process runs smoothly from concept to customer. With two inspiring brands and a period of exciting growth, this is a fantastic time to join our team and make a meaningful impact.

This role is full time, 40 hours per week and 5 days in the office at the Daylesford Farm, Gloucestershire.

Salary £28,000 - £32,000 per annum dependant on experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Product Development Team throughout the ideation, creation, and management of new products, ensuring projects run smoothly and deadlines are met.
• Conduct competitive analysis, researching market trends, competitor ranges, and pricing to help inform product decisions and maintain our competitive edge.
• Collate PR materials and product information for press and marketing teams, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of assets.
• Manage product samples, coordinating requests, organising storage, and ensuring samples are available for meetings, launches, and photoshoots.
• Provide administrative support to Product Leads, helping with documentation, schedules, and day-to-day coordination.
• Update the purchase order (PO) tracker, maintaining accurate records of orders and ensuring all key stakeholders have visibility of product status.
• Support store allocation, working with retail teams to ensure new products are distributed effectively and on time.
• Create and maintain SKUs, ensuring product codes are accurately set up and tracked across systems.
• Generate barcodes and manage all related product data to ensure smooth operations across supply chain and retail systems.
• Maintain system updates, ensuring databases and internal systems are kept accurate, up-to-date, and consistent with product launches.
• Bring our purpose to life by driving meaningful social and environmental improvements, contributing to our journey as B Corp, and aligning with our sustainability vision.
• Inspire and empower our customers, suppliers, and partners to live and work more consciously, creating a lasting positive impact on the world.

SKILLS YOU WILL BRING

• Previous experience in a buying, product development, or merchandising support role (home fragrance or bath and body).
• Experience liaising with suppliers, tracking samples, and supporting product development processes.
• Understanding of product lifecycle management, from concept through to launch.
• Exposure to retail or e-commerce environments preferred.
• A genuine interest in bath and body and home fragrance trends.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail, particularly when handling product data, samples, and specifications.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with suppliers, designers, and internal teams.
• A creative eye for design, trends, and product styling.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of what appeals to customers in the luxury/lifestyle retail space.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); InDesign desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• A can-do attitude!

PERKS AND BENEFITS

• Discounts: We offer a range of discounts on our products, treatments, and dining experiences from day one.
• Volunteering Days: Employees are offered one paid day per year to volunteer with a charity of their choice.
• Private Medical: We offer subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa.
• Pension Scheme: Pay up to 9% of your salary into your pension each month; we contribute up to 4.5%.
• Life Assurance: We offer life assurance cover, equivalent of up to a year of your annual salary.
• Mental Health Support: Our Employee Assistance Programme provides 24-hour support, seven days a week.