Assistant Buyer

THE POSITION: Assistant Buyer

Full time Monday – Friday 8.30 – 5.30

Competitive Salary

Immediate start Based in Battersea, London

About Aspiga (www.aspiga.com)

ABOUT US:

Established in 2006 we are a responsible fashion brand who continue to lead the way in sustainable and ethical fashion - putting people and our planet first. We partner with artisans and suppliers in India and Kenya along with some more established factories in Europe and the Far East, to create contemporary stylish clothing collections for women and men using natural, organic and sustainable materials.


At Aspiga, we believe remarkable talent, enthusiasm, and creative thinking add up to great work. We’re looking for an Assistant Buyer to work within the buying and design team. 
We are a small passionate team based in Battersea and it is a great place to get true hands-on experience and learn lots about fashion and the world of retail.
See more about our story and current collections at:  www.aspiga.com

 

THE POSITION: Assistant Buyer

We’re looking for a new member of the Buying and Design team to support the Brands sustainable mission to develop and select product ranges, liaising with suppliers, ensuring the development process is smooth to maintain key deadlines. Must have experience working for a similar fashion brand, like working in a fast paced, dynamic team with strong communication skills.

JOB ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Work closely and maintain strong relationships with Head of Buying and Design team to develop a trend led product range overseen by the Founder MD.

  • Maintain all aspects of the critical path with the team to ensure deadlines for key dates and events are achieved.

  • Managing suppliers’ production schedule and getting product cut authorisation.

  • Champion the business ethics to produce and develop a range that delivers a sustainable impact.

  • Ensure relevant trends are translated into product range at speed to reflect the brand and customer.

  • Provide administrative support to the team including new product listings, maintenance of all internal systems with accurate information updates.

  • Manage samples for all products including timely receipt for range meetings, samples checked for accuracy and stored correctly and managing all sample requests from the business.

  • Support buying team in the range planning and range selection.

  • Responsible managing the approval of lab dips and filing artworks, components and bulk approvals on the system.

  • Work closely with Garment Tech to produce products that fit well and fulfil the brief, liaising with the suppliers and fabric manufacturers to ensure deadline are met and communications are accurate and efficient.
  • Accurately create and share internal communication documents with the full information required for the wider business.
  • Manage day to day supplier relationships: chasing fabrics, pricing, lab dips, components and artworks.
  • Identifying opportunities for pricing, range width, competitors and product gaps, to ensure we stay ahead of our competitors within the market.
  • Review market trends and analyse data to assist with the creation of the product briefs.
    Liaise with Marketing and assist in setting up relevant briefs and POS.

PEOPLE SKILLS

  • Develops good working relationships within the business.

  • Develop good relationships with external suppliers.

  • Maintain professional behaviour in the workplace.

  • Be respectful of others.

KEY ATTRIBUTES – we are looking for someone with…

  • Good analytical skills.

  • Creativity.

  • Interest in sustainability and knowledge of best fabrics, working practices.

  • Desire to use AI to speed up working processes. 

  • The ability to recognise future trends.

  • Excellent commercial awareness.

  • Confidence and presentation skills.

  • Negotiation skills.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate at all levels

  • Ability to influence effectively within the business and put across views appropriately

  • Demonstrates ability to plan and implement business objectives

  • Organised and the ability to work to deadlines

  • Self-motivated and committed to developing your skills

  • A strong team player who is a true brand and business ambassador

  • Resourceful, reactive, and flexible; thrives on positive change

  • A keen eye for detail and appreciation of great design

ASPIGA BENEFITS

● 30 days holiday inc Bank holidays

● For each year you’re with us, you have an extra day’s holiday (up to 3 additional days)

● Contributory pension scheme

● Cycle to work scheme

● Supporting our communities – Beach cleans & volunteer days

● Discounts on Aspiga products 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We will not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation or religion.

Please email caroline@aspiga.com with your CV if you are interested in applying

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