Topshop/Topman - Assistant Buyer

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Assistant Buyer to join their dynamic Buying Team. This role is pivotal in developing innovative products and fashion-forward ranges that resonate with a youthful audience. You will collaborate closely with various teams to ensure that the collections not only meet sales and margin targets but also reflect the latest trends. With a focus on building strong supplier relationships and leveraging data insights, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment. If you thrive in a creative and proactive setting, this role is perfect for you.

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 Menswear at a global retailer.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Passion for fashion and understanding of 20-something culture.

Responsibilities

• Support Buyer in sourcing and developing products.
• Build commercial and fashion-forward ranges for customers.
• Analyze sales data and present findings to optimize performance.

Skills

Fashion Buying

Trend Spotting

Negotiation

Data Analysis

MS Office

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Tools

Trading Systems

Job description

Company Description

TOPSHOP and TOPMAN are iconic British fashion brands with 60 years of heritage. Headquartered in London, the Brands have over 2 million customers across the globe through the ASOS platform and generate brand sales of approximately £200m. Our mission is to unlock the best of fashion for everyone, with creativity and innovation at our core.

Following the formation of a Joint Venture between ASOS and HEARTLAND in October 2024, ASOS is creating a standalone cross-functional team dedicated to unlocking the huge growth potential of the TOPSHOP and TOPMAN brands. The brands will benefit from ASOS infrastructure and resources while maintaining the creative freedom and agility of standalone brands.

The next 12 months will see the expansion of the brands' offline and online retail presence with the launch of Topshop.com and new wholesale partnerships.

Job Description

The Role

The Assistant Buyer plays a key role within the Buying Team. This role involves developing amazing 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, or Brands, to develop and buy a range loved by our fashion-forward 20-something customer.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the Buyer in sourcing and developing products
• Overseeing the fitting and sealing of samples
• Helping to build a commercial and fashion-forward relevant range with constant newness for our 20-something customer
• Building strong relationships with suppliers, especially for negotiating costs and delivery dates
• Trading within the season to maximize sales and profits, working at a fast and reactive pace
• Contributing to department strategy by identifying risks and opportunities using data, and presenting these to the Buyer & Merchandiser
• Influencing the department or brand to optimize sales performance
• Collaborating with Design and Merchandising teams to build the range, analyze sales data, and justify decisions based on trends and trade elements
• Monitoring global competitors' pricing, products, and current affairs, and presenting findings
• Presenting CUM BTA in the Buyer's absence, with clear trading actions
• Managing the critical path and highlighting risks of missed deadlines
• Working with Sourcing and Technical teams on sourcing, ethical, garment tech, and fabric considerations
• Overseeing the training and development of Buyers Administrators

Qualifications

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 the product
• Understands 20-something culture and the ASOS customer, with the ability to spot relevant trends
• Is highly organized, proactive, and able to work under pressure
• Has great attention to detail for all product attributes and deadlines
• Can build strong relationships with retail teams and suppliers
• Demonstrates the ASOS values: Authentic, Brave, Creative, and Disciplined
• Communicates and presents effectively at all levels
• Has experience with relevant trading systems and MS Office

Additional Information

Benefits include:

• Employee discount (hello ASOS discount!)
• Personal development opportunities via 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
• Flexible benefits allowance, which can be taken as cash or towards other benefits

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