Assistant Buyer
Posted 1 week ago by Fashion & Retail Personnel Ltd
£36,000 Per year
Undetermined
Hybrid
London Area, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Assistant Buyer involves supporting the buying team at a leading global fashion brand during a key seasonal period. The position requires proactive engagement in the end-to-end buying process, including managing purchase orders and liaising with suppliers. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in buying or merchandising and possess strong organizational and analytical skills. This temporary role offers an immediate start and the potential for extension, with a hybrid working arrangement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Buyer and wider team in the end-to-end buying process
- Raise and manage purchase orders and ensure accurate data entry
- Liaise with suppliers, vendors, and internal teams to track product deliveries and resolve issues
- Analyse sales data and market trends to help inform buying decisions
- Assist in sample management, product selection, and range planning
- Coordinate with merchandising, design, and logistics teams
- Attend fit sessions and support with product sign-off and approvals
Key Skills:
- 1+ year experience in a buying, merchandising, or retail head office environment
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Confident in working with data and Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables)
- Commercial mindset and genuine interest in fashion trends
- Proactive, adaptable, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Salary (Rate): £36,000.00 yearly
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Retail
Job Title: Temporary Assistant Buyer
Location: London, UK
Contract Type: Temporary position
Start Date: ASAP
Industry: Fashion / Retail / Buying
Join a Global Fashion Powerhouse
We’re seeking a proactive and highly organised Assistant Buyer to join a dynamic buying team at one of the world’s leading lifestyle brands. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience with a global business, supporting the buying function through a key seasonal period. This role is London-based and requires an immediate start for a few months temporary contract, ideal for someone with previous buying or merchandising admin experience looking to take the next step in their career.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Buyer and wider team in the end-to-end buying process
- Raise and manage purchase orders and ensure accurate data entry
- Liaise with suppliers, vendors, and internal teams to track product deliveries and resolve issues
- Analyse sales data and market trends to help inform buying decisions
- Assist in sample management, product selection, and range planning
- Coordinate with merchandising, design, and logistics teams
- Attend fit sessions and support with product sign-off and approvals
What We’re Looking For:
- 1+ year experience in a buying, merchandising, or retail head office environment
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Confident in working with data and Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables)
- Commercial mindset and genuine interest in fashion trends
- Proactive, adaptable, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
What’s on Offer:
- Immediate start
- Temporary position with the potential for extension
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid working (depending on business needs)
- Opportunity to gain valuable experience at a globally recognised brand
Ready to step into a fast-moving fashion environment and make your mark? Apply today to start immediately.
To Apply: Send your CV! Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis – early applications encouraged! We look forward to hearing from you!