Overview
Salary: £18,000 – £20,000
Location: South West London
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious graduate looking for an entry-level role in fashion buying. Not only will you be joining one of the most successful fashion retailers on the high-street, but you will also benefit from an outstanding training programme. In short, by landing this buyer’s admin assistant role you will be setting yourself up for a successful, progressive career.
The principal responsibilities of the buyer’s admin assistant will be:
*Providing administrative support to the buyer and assistant buyer, assisting with reports, purchase orders and critical path management;
*Being a key point of contact for the department;
*Accurate upkeep of the database;
*Building strong relationships with suppliers, stores and other head office departments.
While much of the work will be admin-based, you will get to play an active role in the buying process itself.
In terms of experience and skill-set, the buyer’s admin assistant should have:
*A degree-level education, ideally in a fashion;
*Previous retail experience, either in stores or from a head office placement;
*A strict eye for detail;
*Outstanding communication skills;
*The desire to learn and the ability to learn quickly;
*An organised, analytical approach.
With this buyer’s admin assistant role you will be right in the thick of the action, making substantive contributions to the smooth operation of the buying department. You will also gain invaluable knowledge, skills and experience that will set you on your way to a glittering buying career.