Buying Assistant - Womenswear

The Retail Partnership Ltd; London (WV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion business is seeking a Buying Admin Assistant to enhance its Buying team. This permanent role offers a unique opportunity to work within a dynamic environment where you'll support various buying functions and gain invaluable experience in the fashion industry. Ideal candidates will have a passion for womenswear and strong organizational skills, ready to contribute to market analysis and assist in product development activities.

Qualifications

• Background in a similar buying role is essential.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Confident in collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the Buyer with product development and supplier negotiations.
• Conduct market and competitor analysis, including trend research.
• Prepare documentation for weekly product meetings and reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Proactive mindset

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant qualification in fashion

Tools

Microsoft Office

Product systems

Job description

We're looking for a detail-oriented and ambitious Buying Admin Assistant to support our clients growing Buying team. This is the perfect opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a thriving fashion business working with womenswear product.

The ideal candidate will be highly organised, analytical, and enthusiastic about womenswear fashion. You'll need to be a strong team player with an eye for detail and a proactive mindset. Previous experience is highly advantageous for this role.

This is a permanent role based in West London 5 days a week.

Main responsibilities will include:

• Support the Buyer with product development, cost price enquiries, and supplier negotiations
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date information across systems and databases
• Carry out administrative tasks to support the Buying team's daily operations
• Conduct market and competitor analysis, including trend research and price comparisons
• Assist with compiling and presenting best-seller reports for weekly trade meetings
• Contribute to weekly product meetings by preparing relevant documentation and updates
• Perform general office duties and provide full administrative support to the Buying team
• Liaise with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure smooth communication and process flow

Person specification:

• A background in a similar buying role or relevant qualification in fashion is essential
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Confident in collaborating with cross-functional teams while also working independently
• Motivated, proactive, and eager to grow within a buying environment
• Competent in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); experience with internal product systems is a plus