Buying Assistant

1 week ago

Liverpool, United Kingdom The Very Group Full time

**Buying Assistant - Mens Branded**

**About us**:
We are The Very Group and we’re here to help families get more out of life. We know that our customers work hard for their families and have a lot to balance in their busy lives. That’s why we combine amazing brands and products with flexible payment options on Very.co.uk to help them say yes to the things they love. We’re just as passionate about helping our people get more out of life too; building careers with real growth, a sense of purpose, belonging and wellbeing.

**About the team**:
We have an exciting opportunity looking for a Buying Assistant on Branded Menswear. You’ll report directly into the Junior Buyer for the area, so lots of opportunity to further develop your skills.

The role will be working within our high performing Branded team split between Liverpool and London. This role is based in our Head Office in Speke, Liverpool.

Our Buying team here at Very have some of the best minds in fashion and retail and are leading the way in finding the next trends and products.

We’re excited to share an opportunity for an ambitious, creative and talented individual looking to expand their buying career.

**About the role**:
Day to day you will manage the department critical path and work with leading global brands, whilst undertaking administrative support for the buying function.

We’re looking for a Buying Assistant or Buyers Admin Assistant with previous buying experience or who has transferable skills in a relevant profession and can demonstrate a strong understanding and passion for buying.

The skills and behaviours imperative to being a successful Buying Assistant here at The Very Group are; commercial awareness, ability to build relationships, strong communication skills, initiative, problem solving, interpreting data and you must have excellent attention to detail.

**About you**:
Previous experience in Buying as a buying assistant or buyers admin assistant is beneficial but not essential:

- A passion for Menswear fashion
- Ability to understand the customer
- Ability to prioritise and manage workload
- A great attitude and willingness to learn
- Proficient in Excel

**Some of our benefits**
- Flexible, hybrid working model
- Inclusive culture and environment, check out our Glassdoor reviews
- £250 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs
- 27 days holiday + bank holidays
- Udemy learning access
- Bonus potential (performance and business-related)
- Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk
- Matched pension up to 6%
- More benefits can be found on our career site

**How to apply**

**What happens next?**

You can expect a two-stage interview process for this position:
**1st stage** - An informal 30-minute video call with the hiring team to discuss your skills and relevant experience. This is a great opportunity to find out more about the role and to ask any questions you may have.

**2nd Stage** - A one-hour formal interview where you can expect both competency and technical questions. This can be held either in-person or remotely.

As an inclusive employer please do let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments.

If you'd like to know more about our interviews, you can find out here.

**Equal opportunities**

We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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