Assistant Buyer

Job description

Job Description

As an Assistant Buyer at Primark you will support the Buyer in selecting and buying merchandise for delivery according to a critical path while maximising sales and profit.  Reporting into the Buyer your key responsibilities include :

Sales & Commercial Focus:
Contribute to development and sourcing of products to achieve profit targets as well as continually assess the range against competitors.  Take appropriate action in-season on repeats, cancellations and rescheduling of orders.  Assist the buyer with mark down proposals and continually monitor the critical path.
Identify range opportunities:
Interpret trends and translate into commercial products using trade fairs, WGSN & fashion publications. Review competitor offer. Understand the customer base and in conjunction with the Buyer manage graded range development.  Prepare for & present regular range reviews and presentations.
Develop & Source Products:
Maintain & manage relationships with suppliers and regularly review their performance.  Support negotations and work with supply base to ensure best price and margin is achieved. Review freight costs.
Samples & Specifications:
Establish relevant garment specifications, maintain high standards and manage packaging and carton size.  Deal with payment and shipping queries or returns. Work closely with Buyer preparing samples for sign offs.
Support team & developing Trainee Buyer:
Take responsibility for own development as well as assist with the training of Trainee Buyers.

In order to be considered for this position you will need to be an established Assistant Buyer that is used to working in a fast paced environment.

We have lots of really talented people working for Primark, but we're always on the lookout for more due to our mega expansion plans. We offer a fun and amazing place to work and have plenty of roles to choose from across Buying & Merchandising. 
Apply today!

Req ID

2257BR
Function

Buying
Location

Reading
Full Time / Part Time

Full Time
Country

United Kingdom
Employee Status

Permanent