BAA position at UK Retailer

As a Buyers Admin Assistant you will ensure the smooth running of the department by providing key administrative support and contributing to the buying process.

Client Details

My client within the Fashion and Retail industries is based in Watford and will be offering the right candidate for BAA position at UK Retailer a fantastic opportunity to grow and progress within the company.

Description

The role of BAA position at UK Retailer will involve:

• Managing & updating the critical path to maintain delivery deadlines, taking responsibility of all approvals across lab dips, bulk fabrics & packaging.
• Provide administrative support as required, including booking meeting rooms, opening post & parcels, and ensuring that department & meeting rooms are maintained tidily.
• Liaise with marketing & manage all required photography shoot samples in a timely manner.
• Attend fit sessions when competent in the role to learn the fit process.
• Responsible for sample management & storage of buying & production samples.
• Checking gold seals match specifications.
• Preparing samples for trade & sign-off meetings.
• Keeping up to date with the weekly sales reports.
• Forging strong communication channels with stores, making regular visits & responding to stores feedback.
• Building strong relationships with the merchandising team and technical team.
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the customer profile & target market within the value retail sector.
• Continually monitor market & competitor activity through regular competitive shopping.

Profile

The suitable candidate for BAA position at UK Retailer will need to have/be:

• A fashion related degree and some background as a Buying Associate from interning or completing a placement
• A full understanding of the B&M Lifecycle
• Computer literate
• A good eye for detail
• Strong presentation skills
• Able to read and analyse sales figures
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Thrive in a fast paced environment
• Have great attention to detail
• Excellent at managing your time, well organised and open-minded in your approach
• Thrive working under pressure and a can do attitude
• Professional in your approach and love working as part of a team but can also work well independently

Job Offer

My client based in Watford is offering a competitive salary for BAA and the opportunity to develop and progress within the company.