Assistant Buyer

We are working with a Premium Lifestyle Brand who are looking for an Assistant Buyer to work across menswear.
Based in London, as an Assistant Buyer you will be responsible for critical path management, price negotiations and supporting the wider Buying team. You will have strong organisation and analytical skills with a proactive approach to work. They are looking for someone who is driven, a team player, upbeat and has strong attention to detail.

Main Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Junior Buyer and Buyer.
• Management of a Buyers Admin Assistant ensuring relevant tasks are prioritised.
• Trend analysis and competitive shopping, reviewing price architecture.
• Maintaining smooth running of the department overall ensuring product launch process and systems are kept up to date in line with critical path.
• Support setting up for meetings ensuring correct samples have been pulled and looks well presented.
• Liaise closely with Design, Merchandising and Wholesale teams.
• Responsible for master data management on PLM.

Person Specification:

• Previous experience as a Senior Buyers Admin or Assistant Buyer.
• Good eye for product, demonstrating excellent commercial awareness.
• PC, Power point + Excel literate.
• Must be driven and motivated and have strong Analytical & numeracy skills.
• Keen interest in fashion, with a passion for product and trends.
• Strong organisation and time management skills with the ability to plan and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.