TOPSHOP/TOPMAN - Assistant Buyer

Votre Sommelier; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Assistant Buyer to join their Buying Team. This role is pivotal in developing innovative products and building fashion-forward ranges that captivate a youthful audience. Collaborating closely with various teams, you will source and develop products, negotiate with suppliers, and analyze sales data to drive performance. If you are passionate about fashion and eager to make an impact in a fast-paced environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive and grow within a creative and innovative team.

Benefits

Employee Discount

Personal Development Opportunities

Employee Sample Sales

Access to LinkedIn Learning

25 Days Paid Annual Leave

Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Private Medical Care

Flexible Benefits Allowance

Qualifications

• Experience as an Assistant Buyer in a fast-paced global retailer.
• Strong understanding of 20-something culture and fashion trends.

Responsibilities

• Support the Buyer in sourcing and developing innovative products.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and negotiate costs.

Skills

Fashion Buying Experience

Trend Spotting

Negotiation Skills

Relationship Building

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Tools

MS Office

Trading Systems

Job description

THE ROLE

The Assistant Buyer plays a key role within the Buying Team. The role involves developing innovative products and building fashion-forward, commercial ranges that meet sales and margin targets. You will work closely with your Buyer, as well as Design, Technical, and Merchandising teams, suppliers, and brands to create a range loved by our fashion-forward 20-something customers.

What you'll be doing

1. Supporting the Buyer in sourcing and developing products
2. Overseeing the fitting and sealing of samples
3. Helping to build a relevant, fashion-forward range with constant newness that appeals to our target demographic
4. Building strong relationships with suppliers, especially when negotiating costs and delivery dates
5. Trading within the season to maximize sales and profits, working in a fast-paced, reactive environment
6. Contributing to department strategy by identifying risks and opportunities supported by data, and presenting these to the Buyer & Merchandiser
7. Using company levers to influence sales performance within the department or brand
8. Collaborating with Design and Merchandising teams to build the range, analyze sales data, and justify decisions based on trends and trade insights
9. Monitoring global competitors' pricing, products, and current affairs, and presenting findings to the team
10. Presenting CUM BTA in the Buyer's absence and identifying relevant trading actions
11. Managing the critical path and highlighting potential risks of missing contracted dates
12. Working with Sourcing and Technical teams on sourcing, ethical considerations, garment tech, and fabric initiatives related to Fashion with Integrity
13. Overseeing the training and development of Buyers Administrators within the team

About TOPSHOP and TOPMAN

These iconic British fashion brands have a 60-year heritage. Headquartered in London, they reach over 2 million customers globally through the ASOS platform, generating approximately £200m in sales. Our mission is to unlock the best of fashion for everyone, driven by creativity and innovation.

Following a joint venture between ASOS and HEARTLAND in October 2024, ASOS is establishing a standalone, cross-functional team dedicated to expanding the growth of TOPSHOP and TOPMAN. The brands will benefit from ASOS infrastructure and resources while maintaining their creative independence.

Over the next 12 months, the brands will expand both offline and online retail presence, including the launch of Topshop.com and new wholesale partnerships.

We'd love to meet someone who

• Has previous Fashion Buying experience as an Assistant Buyer within Menswear in a fast-paced, global retailer or brand
• Lives and breathes fashion and is passionate about product
• Has a strong understanding of 20-something culture and the ASOS customer, and can spot relevant trends
• Is highly organized, proactive, and capable of working under pressure
• Has excellent attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in pricing, shipment dates, and product attributes
• Can build strong relationships with retail teams and suppliers
• Effectively demonstrates the ASOS values: Authentic, Brave, Creative, and Disciplined
• Can communicate and present clearly at all levels
• Has experience using relevant trading systems and MS Office

Benefits

• Employee discount (hello ASOS discount!)
• Personal development opportunities through ASOS Develops
• Employee sample sales
• Access to LinkedIn Learning materials
• 25 days paid annual leave plus a celebration day
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private medical care scheme
• Flexible benefits allowance

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