Buying Assistant

Based in Market Harborough, Deichmann Shoes is the UK subsidiary of the largest footwear retailer in Europe and are currently looking to recruit a full time Buying Assistant to join our busy Head Office team.
Liaising with customers and suppliers, the successful candidate will complete a variety of administrative activities with a particular focus on order processing, stock intake & sample management.

Ideal candidate:

The role is varied and would suit an individual who is keen, flexible and motivated to work in a Head Office retail setting.
Whilst previous buying experience is not essential applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have an eye for detail, are highly organised and can prioritise their workload in order to meet deadlines.
Ideally must be able to drive and be willing to travel sometimes for work purposes.

Key activities:

• Administer the sample confirmation process for the respective product area – Men's and sports.


• Raise and review product orders


• Maintain the range room, ensuring it is up to date, well organized and correct samples are on display


• Responsible for monitoring confirmation samples and follow up when not received


• Monitor arrival of deliveries, operating a reminder and follow up system


• General administration associated with the buying function


• Liaising with suppliers along with the Buyer on products


• Supervising respective product area in the Buyers absence


• Maintaining details of the e-shop styles up to date on the computer system and organizing styles for e-shop photography
  
   

Personal characteristics:

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent and/or have worked at this level


• Have effective organisational skills with the ability to work to tight deadlines whilst maintaining attention to detail


• Have good IT skills including Microsoft Word Package (Excel and Power point)


• Ability to work effectively on own and as part of a team


• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills necessary to develop key working relationships


• Be able to manage conflicting issues & demands


• Self motivated and enthusiastic with ability to take a flexible approach to resolving work related issues


• Demonstrate previous experience and/or knowledge of current fashion trends & activites in design, fashion & culture
  
   

This is a great opportunity to join a highly reputable expanding stable retail business on the high street and online and develop a career in Buying.
If you feel, you have the relevant skills and experience to carry out this role please apply today.