Assistant Buyer

Peterborough, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Salary

24,000 - 28,000 DOE

Location

Peterborough Head Office

Contracted Hours

A full time office based role

This is a permanent

,

full time vacancy that will close in a month at 23:59 BST.

The Vacancy

What is the role




To support the Buyer to source, develop, buy and deliver a specific range of products at the right time

What you will do



Manages key administrative duties for the Buying team from product concept to finished bought product. Clearly and effectively communicates with all suppliers and internal departments in line with critical path Manages order raising process as and when required with buyer's approval. Manages sample process and organisation for the department in a timely fashion. Manages sample sealing process working closely with garment tech team to meet critical path requirements. Manages garment approval process to achieve a commercial, saleable product. Thoughtfully contributes towards the input of all meeting preparation including Monday Trade & Product Sign Offs Fulfil general ad hoc duties as required Deputising for buyer in buyer's absence Management of the critical path demonstrating proactive problem solving that meets deadlines. Actively contributing to the product life cycle e.g., comp shops, pre-trip planning, range building, product briefings and lessons learnt etc. Self-motivated clear understanding of market trends and customer profile and able to contribute knowledgeably to all meetings. Regular store visits undertaken, findings presented back to relevant parties and actions follow through.

What you will bring



A passion for plus size fashion Good communication skills - verbal and written Clear understanding of the Yours Clothing customer needs, wants and who they are The ability to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative Good time management & organisational skills A self-motivated and proactive approach to completing given tasks A willingness to learn & the ability to work under pressure Good attention to detail A commercial outlook and a keen business sense A proven record of good attendance & flexibility The ability to adapt to frequent change in a high-pressure environment Commitment to always behaving with integrity and professionalism A proven history of taking personal responsibility & accountability for actions, constantly striving to improve and exceed expectations and ensuring safety and quality are never compromised.

The Company


Yours Clothing is a retailer that provides the best value on the UK high street and internet for curvy customers. Along with our big and tall menswear brand, BadRhino, our Long Tall Sally brand and our most recent addition, PixieGirl Petites, the business is growing at pace to cater for non-standard sizes on the high street and online.


Our continued success comes from our entrepreneurial thinking and listening to our customers to deliver fashion products at the right price. Our environment is fast paced, ever evolving and full of excitement. Yours Clothing continues to expand and become the number one plus size fashion retailer in the UK whilst continuing to develop our brands into new and exciting niche markets both in the UK and further afield.




The Benefits


50% Discount on all of our brands



Enhanced Holiday allowance



Pension & Life assurance




Bonus scheme



Employee wellbeing and assistance programme




Retail discounts

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3271698
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Peterborough, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned