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Vivienne Westwood is looking for an Assistant Buyer to join the Buying Team in the Conduit Street Office on a Full-time basis for 12 months.
Job Purpose
Primarily working with the Junior Buyers and Buying Admin Assistant to provide administrative and analytical support to the department. Carries out the buying and trading of the Shoes, Socks and Sunglasses overseen by the Junior Buyer/Senior Buyer. Responsible for supporting the development of the Buying Admin Assistant.
Accountabilities & Responsibilities
Supports the buying team with order raising and data management - updating buying records, order filing, ensures all orders are correctly inserted to value and quantity, in a timely manner by the deadlines
Supports with the organisation of the buying schedule and appointments - liaising with the showroom to book appointments and models and supporting with the preparation of any required material
Aware of and supports Buyer to meet all deadlines
Reviews and actions store transfer requests and informs stores accordingly
Oversees the preparation of the weekly and monthly data/reports
Notices discrepancies in data and communicates to relevant departments to rectify
Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of the systems the department is using (Excel, SAP, BI) and attends training as required
Writes up meeting notes and distributes to all attendees in a timely manner
Supports with the preparation for the company Buying presentations
Provides regular feedback on lines buying and reports on the current season to product developers, designers and buying team
Monitors and suggests action to relieve stock levels/maximise sales
Monitors deliveries and the uploading of new stock on website and notifies buyer of any delays
May be expected to work longer hours/weekends during buying season
COMPETENCIES
Organised and proactive. Able to multi-task, prioritise and work to tight deadlines, while maintaining excellent attention to detail
A problem solver. Able to apply different ways of thinking in different situations
Analytical and results driven, able to use data to measure performance and identify areas of improvement
A great communicator, both verbal and written. Builds good relationships with stakeholders, able to work across various teams and is seen as approachable for key contacts
Pacey, positive and flexible. Responsive to business needs, happy and comfortable to take responsibility for own tasks
Is open and receptive and acts upon feedback
Takes responsibility for the work standards of BAA and ensures all tasks are completed within the deadline
Has a thorough understanding of all VW systems, ways of working effectively and efficiently and can easily train any new member of team
Demonstrates maintained customer focus in all activities and decisions
Agrees time scales and responsibilities to achieve department goals
Takes initiative to point out issues, make suggestions and follow up
TECHNICAL SKILL
Process orientation – interprets figures with ease. Excellent IT skills and competent in all Microsoft Office applications with emphasis on Excel. Can adapt to new systems quickly
Commercial acumen – proven analytical and problem-solving skills. Highly numerate and data rational. Confident in analysing large volumes of data. Ability to identify and solve problems
Numerical and analytical with experience in administration and database management
Team player – genuine interest in buying and willingness to learn. Enthusiastic and proactive
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrates ability to communicate confidently and effectively in group situations
Organisation – good planning and organisational skills. Thorough and accurate with good attention to detail. Ability to manage and prioritise tasks to meet business objectives in a fast paced environment
Knowledge & Experience
Previous experience as Assistant Buyer
MEASURES/ KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail in all areas of responsibility
Good problem-solving skills, takes initiative to resolve issues
Manages time effectively by setting and achieving priorities
Ability to multitask
A motivated Admin Assistant
Constantly striving to improve systems and ways of working
Other Essential Skills
Ability to initiate and build strong relationships with key departments
Can work well under pressure and to tight deadlines
Excellent communication skills
Organisational skills
Benefits
Staff discounts
Training
Health & Wellbeing support (includes Private Medical Health Insurance, EAP, Gym Discounts, Access to Financial Planning Service, etc.)
Cycle to work scheme
Generous annual leave allowance
Pension Scheme
Opportunity to develop new skills and progress in your career
Opportunity to work for a company that cares and believes in its people and the environment
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Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry
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