Job Description

Stylish, grounded, uplifting these values live through everything we do at Boden. Without the collaboration, honesty and friendship between our teams, we wouldnt be where we are today. We curate a world of beauty thats ethical, inclusive and importantly good fun. We inspire you to live your best life. We are Boden.
Overview
The Assistant Buyer reports to the Buyer and are responsible for assisting to manage the department. This includes management of the Admin Assistant, negotiation, supplier communication, overseeing the department critical path and systems admin to ensure deadlines are met.
Location: 4-5 days per week based at our North Acton Office.
What You Will Do
Product Development
Support the development of our amazing product working closely with internal teams and suppliers.
Work closely with the Designers, Techs and Merchandisers to ensure the designs align with the Product Framework and are a balanced wearable offer meeting quality standards and margin targets.
Negotiation
Understand cost and fabric prices required, set target prices and negotiate with suppliers to meet the required target margin.
Critical Path
Support the Admin Assistant with the Critical Path.
Ensure deliveries are on time and delays are communicated in a timely manner and solutions offered.
Set up order confirmation sheets and communicate to suppliers.
Support the Admin Assistant with lap dip, trim, and bulk approvals/rejections in line with the critical path.
Ensure development packs and samples meet the deadlines set out in the company critical path.
Manage trigger and repeat dates with suppliers.
Attend weekly fit sessions and understand how fit amendments can affect garment prices and the critical path, flag concerns and find solutions.
Manage and keep up to date liable fabric and holdings alongside your Buyer.
Support the Admin Assistant ensuring they meet deadlines, and work to the quality standards required.
Build and maintain strong relationships with the supply base and internal teams to ensure smooth running of the department.
Keep systems up to date and accurate at all times with the help of the Admin Assistant.
Set up production BOMs and ensure all information is accurate before placing orders with suppliers.
Build and maintain strong relationships with all cross functional teams.
Support your manager by working at pace and ensure deadlines are met.
Ensure decisions are made in a timely and efficient manner.
What We Are Looking For
Passionate about a career in Buying.
Be creative and have a keen eye for detail.
Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
Experience of being part of a team.
Some retail or administrative experiences.
Be organised, adaptable and enjoy a challenge.
Clear communication skills.
Good problem-solving skills.
Great time management.
Ability to multitask.
Ability to work independently.
What We Offer
Competitive salary & targeted annual bonus scheme.
Generous Boden clothing allowance!
30% discount on all current clothing ranges.
25 days Holiday annually, plus Bank Holidays.
Online Portal with an array of discounts on retail & entertainment.
Virtual GP Service for you and your household!
Free onsite parking and subsidised cafxc3xa9.
We want Boden to be the place everyone wants to work. Friendly, open and tolerant. A best-of-British company with diverse teams, equal opportunities, and fair working and recruitment practices. We believe in hiring the best person for the job whoever they are, helping them thrive in it and celebrating their individuality.
We would like to encourage people from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply for our roles. If you need any reasonable adjustments or additional support during your application process, please do not hesitate to let us know.