Buying Assistant – Own Brand Kidswear

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. Support the buying function through administrative activities .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeLiverpool • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail while supporting the buying function. Proficient in Excel and capable of managing samples and maintaining a sample library, with a keen interest in fashion and kidswear.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Proficient In ExcelAttention To DetailStrong Communication SkillsAbility To Interpret DataCommercial Awareness

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Soft Skills

Ability To Prioritise And Manage WorkloadGreat Attitude And Willingness To LearnAbility To Build RelationshipsMethodical ApproachProblem-Solving AbilityAbility To Demonstrate Initiative

Certifications & Qualifications

Right To WorkDBS CheckCIFAS Check

Industry Keywords

Buying AssistantFashionKidswearCustomer UnderstandingSample ManagementSupply ChainCategory Critical Path

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the buying function through administrative activities
Understand and follow the category critical path and supply chain
Manage samples
Maintain the sample library
Report directly to the Junior Buyer
Participate in a one-stage, one-hour face-to-face interview with the hiring team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous experience in Buying as a buying assistant or buyers admin assistant is beneficial but not essential
Great interest in fashion/kidswear
Understand the customer
Ability to prioritise and manage workload
Great attitude and willingness to learn
Proficient in Excel
Commercial awareness
Ability to build relationships
Methodical approach
Strong communication skills
Ability to demonstrate initiative
Problem-solving ability
Ability to interpret data
Excellent attention to detail
Relevant transferable skills from a relevant profession may be considered
Successful candidates may be required to undertake credit, CIFAS, Right to Work, and, if specifically required, DBS checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible, hybrid working model
Inclusive culture and environment
£250 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs
27 days holiday + bank holidays
LinkedIn Learning access
Bonus potential (performance and business-related)
Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk
Matched pension up to 6%
Reasonable adjustments for applicants, interviewees, and employees
Colleague networks supporting inclusion and neurodiversity