Supply Chain Assistant

Smythson of Bond Street; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious fashion brand is looking for a Supply Chain Assistant to manage the end-to-end sourcing and production processes. Responsibilities include generating purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers, and maintaining order visibility. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of experience in retail merchandising or production, preferably in luxury fashion, and is proficient in Excel and ERP systems. Knowledge of Italian is a plus.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience in retail merchandising or production.
• Experience with ERP systems for generating purchase orders.
• Very good knowledge of Excel and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Generate and maintain purchase and sales orders.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams.
• Maintain production and PO trackers.

Skills

Retail merchandising experience

ERP systems knowledge (SAP, Stealth)

Excel proficiency

Working with European suppliers

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Italian speaking

Job description

Overview

Established in 1887, Smythson is the proud holder of two Royal Warrants, synonymous with beautiful, functional and timeless pieces. From bags and accessories to leather-bound notebooks, diaries and stationery; every Smythson piece embodies meticulous craft and an unmistakable sense of British sophistication.

We are recruiting for a Supply Chain Assistant to support with the end-to-end sourcing and production process across multiple channels, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with seasonal timelines. This will include:

• Generating and maintaining purchase and sales orders for finished goods and packaging across UK and Italian operations.
• Coordinating with suppliers, warehouses, and internal teams to ensure seamless communication and timely order fulfilment.
• Maintaining production and PO trackers to provide accurate visibility on order status and upcoming deadlines.
• Assisting with seasonal packaging allocation, shipping documentation, and critical path activities to support timely launches.

Key Skills and Experience

• At least 1 years experience in retail merchandising or production team, preferably within the luxury fashion industry
• Experience in generating purchase orders and reports in ERP systems (ideally SAP and Stealth)
• Very good knowledge of Excel, MS Office
• Experience of working with European suppliers
• Strong attention to detail
• Great communication skills
• Italian speaking would be advantageous but not a necessity

Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted. Candidates will need the right to work in the UK, this will be checked during the hiring process.